Bachelor of Early Childhood Education for 2009

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.

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
Fees for 2009

Multiply fee by duration for approximate cost

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
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.

Admissions information for domestic students

Entry requirements

Minimum entrance requirements

Equivalent Australian Year 12. English requirements: See the English Language Requirements web page

Minimum entrance requirements for non-school-leavers

TAFE applicants who have completed a Diploma of Community Services (Children's Services) or equivalent will be considered for entry into the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education if they achieve a distinction average or above in their studies. Applicants who have completed any course at the TAFE Certificate IV and above level will be considered on academic merit. There are no specific units recommended, however studies that have a language or mathematics bias and/or relevance to education studies may assist in the selection procedure. These studies need to have been completed with at least a credit average and no more than 10 years prior to admission.

VCE prerequisites

Units 1 - 4-any two units from further mathematics, general mathematics, specialist mathematics or mathematical methods (either). Units 3 and 4-a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.

International Baccalaureate subject prerequisites

English and mathematics (any) at a minimum of grade four at standard level.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Entry scores
Qualification Peninsula
ENTER clearly in* 75.95

* The "clearly in" score is based on last year's selection and can be used as a guide only.

Applications

Semester one (March)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre.

Semester two (July)

This course is not available for second semester entry.

Admissions information for international students

Entry requirements

International entry requirements

Equivalent Australian Year 12.

Minimum entrance requirements for non-school-leavers

TAFE applicants who have completed a Diploma of Community Services (Children's Services) or equivalent will be considered for entry into the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education if they achieve a distinction average or above in their studies. Applicants who have completed any course at the TAFE Certificate IV and above level will be considered on academic merit. There are no specific units recommended, however studies that have a language or mathematics bias and/or relevance to education studies may assist in the selection procedure. These studies need to have been completed with at least a credit average and no more than 10 years prior to admission.

VCE prerequisites

Units 1 - 4-any two units from further mathematics, general mathematics, specialist mathematics or mathematical methods (either). Units 3 and 4-a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.

International Baccalaureate subject prerequisites

English and mathematics (any) at a minimum of grade four at standard level.

English requirements for international students

See the English Language Requirements web page

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Entry scores
Qualification Peninsula
International Baccalaureate 26
GCE A level 9
All Indian Senior Secondary Certificate 75%
Hong Kong A level 8
ISC of the CISCE India 70%
MUFY (best four) 265
Ontario Grade 12 75%
RMIT & La Trobe Foundation Year 80% Av.
Sri Lanka A level 11
STPM Malaysia 9
Swinburne Foundation Year 80% Av.
Uni of Melbourne Foundation Year 75% Av.
UNIPREP Indonesia 7.5
UNSW Foundation Year 7.5

Applications

Semester one (March)

Current VCE or IB students studying in Victoria should apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.

Semester two (July)

This course currently doesn't have places available for mid-year entry.

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