Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
Effective teaching requires professionals who are able to use a range of technologies, subject content and techniques to enhance and extend children’s learning. The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) provides the skills needed to engage children through visual arts, music, literacy, mathematics and creative assessment. Students will learn how to respond to family diversity, children with additional needs and Indigenous and linguistically diverse children.
The course includes five supervised practical units, placing students in early childhood settings and primary schools to develop professional teaching skills.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 20% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 4 March 2019
- Semester 2 - 5 August 2019
Duration
4 years full-time
Full-time
VTAC codes
- 3400235641 (CSP)
- 3400235643 (IFP)
CRICOS code
085378G
Fees
A$24550 (annual for 2018)*
The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning, career opportunities and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 400 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
Prior to completing 200 credit points of study, students must pass national literacy and numeracy tests. Find out more about the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students, including associated costs.
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Other studies
4 units (50 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 50 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides additional opportunities for you to gain valuable skills and real industry experience in the form of placements, internships or study tours - all while earning credit towards your degree.
Choose a Work Integrated Learning option:
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 12 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement co-major has four 25 credit point units.
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You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 6 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement minor has two 25 credit point units.
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A Professional Internship is all about gaining valuable real-world skills in your area of study all while earning credit points towards your degree. Plus, it looks great on your CV as it shows you’ve had real industry experience before you’ve even graduated!
You might choose to complete your internship part-time over a semester or in a more intensive block during Summer or Winter terms.
Travel overseas, discover other cultures, enrich your professional experience and enhance your CV all while gaining credit towards your course.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
At completion of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), graduates will be able to:
- show broad and coherent knowledge of children aged 0-8 years, and how they learn with capacity to show initiative and judgement when making decisions or solving problems
- show broad and coherent knowledge of early childhood curriculum and quality frameworks within the Australian context, and capacity to critically review theory and practice
- show initiative and judgement to plan for, and implement, effective teaching and learning in diverse contexts with the capacity to solve problems with intellectual independence
- apply knowledge and skills to create and maintain supportive, safe and engaging learning environments, and the ability to critically analyse information in diverse contexts
- demonstrate the capacity to assess children’s learning and use clear communication to report the outcomes to parents and communities with the ability to critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise assessment information
- demonstrate a deep knowledge of the early childhood profession that is informed by critical thinking and ongoing professional learning
- collaborate respectfully with colleagues, families and children, and the communication skills to present clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
- show broad understandings of the complexities of early childhood education and the implications for practice, with the ability to analyse and synthesise theoretical and practical knowledge
- demonstrate conceptual knowledge of the principles of diversity and difference and the implications to children’s rights and inclusive practice, with the ability to adapt such knowledge in diverse contexts.
Units of Study
EDU10003 The World of Maths
EDU10004 Theories of Teaching and Learning
EDU10005 Indigenous Education and Perspectives
EDU10006 Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century
EDU10007 Contemporary Perspectives of Learning and Development for Early Childhood
EDU20001 Developing Literacy
EDU20002 Mathematics in Practice
EDU20003 Contemporary Perspectives of Learning and Development
EDU20004 Understanding and Supporting Behaviour
EDU20005 Sustainable Education and Perspectives
EDU20006 Curriculum, Planning and Assessment for Primary Practicum 2
EDU30001 Imagining the World through Language and Literature
EDU30002 Science and Technology
EDU30003 Curriculum, Planning and Assessment for Infants - Practicum 3E
EDU30004 Wellbeing and Resilience
EDU30005 Understanding and Supporting Inclusion
EDU30006 Families and Community
EDU30007 Imagining the World through the Arts
EDU30008 Introduction to Education Leadership and Management
EDU40001 The Healthy and Active Child*
EDU40002 Play and Environment*
EDU40003 Identity - The Early Childhood Profession(al)*
EDU40004 Advocacy and Social Justice*
EDU40005 Ready to Teach Primary - Practicum 4E*
EDU40006 Ready to Teach Early Childhood - Practicum 5E*
Secondary studies
Four units (50 credit points) of other studies comprising of a minor or elective units (50 credit points). Find out more.
* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
Career opportunities
Graduates will have the skills, knowledge and dispositions to be pedagogical leaders, effective advocates for social justice and equity, capable teachers of children from birth to eight years in a variety of settings, and professionals whose practice is informed by critical reflection and ongoing learning.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited by The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, English language requirements and prerequisites.
How to apply
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.