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Bachelor of Early Childhood Education for 2009

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Course overview

The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education focuses on teaching and children's learning and covers the key learning areas of the arts, English, mathematics, health and physical education, science, SOSE (Studies of Society and Environment), and technology. Practical experience is gained in a range of early childhood settings including kindergartens, childcare centres and primary schools, with opportunities for teaching practice overseas. Students also gain a deep understanding of a wide range of topics, issues and theories associated with the learning and development of children from birth to 12 years, leading to a thorough professional preparation for a career as an early childhood educator.

Duration, campus, fees and application information

Career outlook

Graduates are eligible for appointment as pre-school teachers, childcare professionals and primary school teachers in Victoria.

For interstate and overseas positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities.

Duration, campus, fees and application information

Domestic students International students
Attendance type
  • On-campus at Peninsula: full-time, part-time
  • On-campus at Peninsula: full-time
Intakes First semester First semester
Course Content University handbook entry for this course University handbook entry for this course
Duration 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time 4 years
Credit points 192 total for course 192 total for course
Fees for 2009

Fees are subject to change annually.

 Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Average annual student contribution
$4,162 AUD

Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.

International fee per 48 credit points
48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year
$20,900 AUD
How to apply Entry requirements and applications - domestic students Entry requirements and applications - international students
CRICOS code Not applicable 064758B
Monash course code 1515 1515
Faculty Faculty of Education Faculty of Education
Contact Telephone +61 3 9904 4291, email undergraduate.peninsula@education.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.education.monash.edu.au. International Student Enquiries Telephone: +(61)3 9627 4852 Email: study@monash.edu.au

Accreditation

Australian: Graduates are qualified to teach in primary schools and early childhood settings in Victoria, although registration with VIT will be necessary. While many graduates hold a range of interstate and overseas teaching positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities regarding teacher registration requirements.

International: Graduates are qualified to teach in primary schools and early childhood settings in Victoria, although registration with VIT will be necessary. While many graduates hold a range of interstate and overseas teaching positions, applicants are advised to check with local authorities regarding teacher registration requirements.

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