Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Course summary for local students
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B = Melbourne Burwood Campus
G = Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
S = Geelong Waterfront Campus
W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Bachelor of Early Childhood Education |
|---|---|
| Campus | (i) Offered at Melbourne Burwood Campus (ii) Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus (iii) Offered at Warrnambool Campus
Or
(iv) Offered in conjunction with Deakin's TAFE partners:
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| Length | 4 years full-time, 3 years using 3 Trimesters, or part-time equivalent |
| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), November (Trimester 3) |
| Indicative annual fee 2013 | $5,870* - Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS) |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Faculty contacts | Faculty of Arts and Education Burwood 03 9246 8100 Geelong 03 5227 1359 Warrnambool 03 5563 3489 Email artsedstudentsupport@deakin.edu.au
Course Director Bonnie Yim, +61 3 522 72659, b.yim@deakin.edu.au
Contact the Course Director for matters relating specifically to the academic content of this course - all enrolment related queries must go to the Student Support Office. |
| Deakin course code | E330 |
New course commencing 2013. Applications direct to the University. | |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Professional recognition
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Entry requirements - specific
- Credit for prior learning - general
- Credit for prior learning - specific
- How to apply
- Further study
Course overview
Melbourne Burwood Campus offering is in a fully on-campus, on-line e-learning mode of learning. Full-time Burwood campus students attend two or three days on campus, face to face classes per week. Some units may be arranged in intensive sessions at least three times each trimester. Students undertake one to two professional experiences per year.
Geelong Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool Campuses offerings are in a community-based, on-line e-learning and face-to-face mode of learning. Full-time Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool students attend two-days on campus face-to-face intensive sessions held at least three times each trimester. Students undertake one to two professional experiences per year.
Enrolment in Deakin’s Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (E330) is available for the first time to Year 12 applicants and via the http://www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/doorstep/index.php delivery mode. The course has been adapted to meet new national and international standards in early childhood education, and includes a primary teaching component, allowing students to teach children up to age 8 years. The course meets the requirements of the relevant accrediting authorities for working in early childhood and primary school settings.
The course teaches students to apply an understanding of child development, curriculum theories and pedagogies in designing and implementing child-centred, play-based and developmentally appropriate programs in childcare, preschool and school contexts. Students also learn to identify and respond positively to contemporary issues and the changing work context within early childhood and primary education.
This course is offered in flexible study modes over 4 years, or can be fast-tracked by studying under Deakin’s 3-trimester system, enabling completion in 9 trimesters.
Major studies: Education (Teacher education), Literacy (Literacy and numeracy programs), Numeracy (Education studies), Professional experience practice (Authentic practicum placements), Teaching pedagogies (Early childhood and primary), Teacher education (Early childhood and primary), and Research.
Professional recognition
Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL)
International students or permanent residents should note that to apply for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) they will be required to demonstrate an IELTS of an average band score of 7.5 across all four skill areas where there is no score below 7 in any of the four skills areas and a score of no less than 8 in speaking and listening. Further information
Fees and charges
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A Commonwealth supported place is one for which the university receives some government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute only part of the cost of their course. To be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place you must be an Australian citizen, or a New Zealand citizen or holder of a permanent visa who will be residing in Australia for the duration of your unit/s of study. All Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens and holders of a permanent visa are allocated a Student Learning Entitlement (SLE). SLE is made up of ordinary, any additional and lifelong SLE. Ordinary SLE entitles eligible students up to the equivalent of 7 years of full time study in a Commonwealth supported place.
* The "indicative annual course fee" cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2012, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2012 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on "indicative course fees" to calculate the total future cost of their course.
Career opportunities
There is an increasing demand for qualified and accredited early childhood educators and teachers. Graduates of this course will have career opportunities in childcare facilities, kindergartens, early learning centres and as teachers in early primary school settings. Work in early childhood settings provides future career scope for positions such as centre director, coordinator, pre-school field officer, adviser or senior adviser within early childhood facilities. Opportunities also exist for employment in government agencies, primary schools, community services or not-for-profit organisations.
Course rules
The course comprises 32 credit points of core units over the equivalent of four years of full-time study, inclusive of the minimum 110 days of supervised professional experience.
Course structure
4 academic years pathway (32 credit points over 8 trimesters)
Level 1, Year 12 entry - commencing 2013
Trimester 1
| ECE110 | Child Development 1 |
| ECE111 | Curriculum 1: Curriculum, Theory, Development and Evaluation |
| ECE113 | Young Children's Mathematical Development |
| ECE115 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Past and Present |
Trimester 2
| ECE114 | Contexts for Learning in Early Childhood Education |
| ECE116 | Health, Safety, Wellbeing and Nutrition |
| ECE112 | Curriculum 2: Planning and Assessment for Teaching and Learning |
| ECP127 | Professional Experience 1 (0-2 Years) |
Level 2, Student entering with approved TAFE qualification - commencing 2013
Trimester 1
| ECE212 | Curriculum 3: Planning and Assessment for Teaching and Learning |
| ECP227 | Professional Experience 2 (3-5 Years) |
| ECE216 | Children's Health, Wellbeing and Physical Education |
| ECE220 | Science 1: Science and Environmental Awareness for Young Children |
Trimester 2
| ECE230 | Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood |
| ECP228 | Professional Experience 3 (3-5 Years) |
| ECE240 | Creative Arts 1: Visual Art and Media Arts |
| ECE210 | Child Development 2 |
Level 3 - commencing 2014
Trimester 1
| ECE320 | Science 2: Science and Design Technology |
| ECP327 | Professional Experience 4 (Primary School 1) |
| ECE370 | Advanced Management of Children's Behaviour |
| ECE330 | Multiliterate Learners in Early Years and School Environments |
Trimester 2
| ECE455 | Effective Primary Mathematics Learning |
| ECP427 | Professional Experience 5 (Primary School 2) |
| ECE465 | Ecological Perspectives for Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood |
| ECE475 | Effective Partnerships for Learning |
Level 4 - commencing 2015
Trimester 1
| ECP226 | Professional Teaching Practice and Child Study (0-3 Years) (2 credit points) |
| ECE360 | Critical Issues in Safety and Child Protection |
| ECE440 | Creative Arts 2: Music, Dance and Drama |
Trimester 2
| ECE350 | Transition Case Study (2 credit points) |
| ECE390 | Management and Leadership |
| ESE499 | Independent Project (Wholly online unit) |
The Faculty also offers a fast track option using Trimester Three. This option takes nine trimesters (or three years).
Level 1, Year 12 entry only - commencing 2013
Trimester 1
| ECE110 | Child Development 1 |
| ECE111 | Curriculum 1: Curriculum, Theory, Development and Evaluation |
| ECE113 | Young Children's Mathematical Development |
| ECE115 | Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Past and Present |
Trimester 2
| ECE114 | Contexts for Learning in Early Childhood Education |
| ECE116 | Health, Safety, Wellbeing and Nutrition |
| ECE112 | Curriculum 2: Planning and Assessment for Teaching and Learning |
| ECP127 | Professional Experience 1 (0-2 Years) |
Trimester 3
| ECP226 | Professional Teaching Practice and Child Study (0-3 Years) (2 credit points) |
Level 2, Student entering with approved TAFE qualification - commencing 2013
Trimester 1
| ECE212 | Curriculum 3: Planning and Assessment for Teaching and Learning |
| ECP227 | Professional Experience 2 (3-5 Years) |
| ECE216 | Children's Health, Wellbeing and Physical Education |
| ECE220 | Science 1: Science and Environmental Awareness for Young Children |
Trimester 2
| ECE230 | Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood |
| ECP228 | Professional Experience 3 (3-5 Years) |
| ECE240 | Creative Arts 1: Visual Art and Media Arts |
| ECE210 | Child Development 2 |
Trimester 3
| ECE350 | Transition Case Study (2 credit points) |
| ECE360 | Critical Issues in Safety and Child Protection |
Levels 3 and 4 - commencing 2014
Trimester 1
| ECE320 | Science 2: Science and Design Technology |
| ECP327 | Professional Experience 4 (Primary School 1) |
| ECE370 | Advanced Management of Children's Behaviour |
| ECE330 | Multiliterate Learners in Early Years and School Environments |
| ECE390 | Management and Leadership |
Trimester 2
| ECE455 | Effective Primary Mathematics Learning |
| ECP427 | Professional Experience 5 (Primary School 2) |
| ECE465 | Ecological Perspectives for Learning and Teaching in Early Childhood |
| ECE475 | Effective Partnerships for Learning |
| ESE499 | Independent Project (Wholly online unit) |
Trimester 3
| ECE440 | Creative Arts 2: Music, Dance and Drama |
Notes:
(i) ECP226 VET/TAFE credit transfer and recognition entry students complete ECP226 in Tri 1 or 3 in Years 2 or 3.
(i) From 2015, units ECP226, ECE360, and ECE440 also offered in trimester 1.
(ii) From 2015, units ECE350, ECE390, and ESE499 also offered in trimester 2.
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to undergraduate courses through a number of Admission categories. In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record.
For more information on the Deakin Admissions Policy visit The Guide.
Entry requirements - specific
The BECE is an undergraduate course for entry by applicants from secondary school or TAFE; applicants with a prior degree may apply for the Master of Teaching, which offers the option of a postgraduate qualification in Early Childhood Education.
Year 12 (VCE or equivalent) entry:
Prerequisites: Units 1 and 2 – two units (any study combination) of general mathematics or mathematical methods (CAS). Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.
Geelong Waurn Ponds campus: Year 12 school leavers with a Deakin University endorsed Senior VCAL Learning Program are eligible to apply for the course. Applicants must hold a Senior VCAL Certificate in VCAA approved courses/units and will be required to submit supporting documentation. Applicants in this category may be required to participate in an interview. Contact the Faculty on Telephone: (03) 5227 3379 for further details.
VET/TAFE Diploma of Children’s Services holders:
Applicants entering into the second year of the program from a VET-based pathway must have successfully completed:
- a graded two-year Diploma of Children's Services or equivalent early childhood qualification from a VET/TAFE institution or other approved registered training organisation; and
- a current Level 2 First Aid Certificate;
The selection of Diploma-based applicants undertaking a TAFE pathway into the BECE will utilise the graded scores of the applicants’ Diploma of Children’s Services or other equivalent early childhood education qualification.
Levels of English and Mathematics which are achieved in any previous courses are considered in the selection process. Applicants need to provide evidence of their prior study of Mathematics and English achievements and/ or work related experience that demonstrates their English and mathematics proficiency. The selection team carefully scrutinises the applications for evidence of English and Mathematics proficiency.
Non year 12 (or equivalent applicants)
For non-VCE (or equivalent) applicants, selection is based on evidence that indicates suitability for teaching, including levels of English and Mathematics achieved in any previous study and work related experience that demonstrates literacy and numeracy. The Faculty may require some applicants to complete a test administered and assessed independently. Applicants in this category should also supply personal information form such as:1) current educational status (i.e., whether they are currently enrolled and have completed University units or have completed relevant/additional qualifications which are considered applicable for the course); 2) experience in early childhood education/school settings, or in environments in which they are responsible for children; 3) ability to speak Languages other than English; and 4) reasons for applying for the course are assessed.
Early Childhood teaching qualification upgrade (Available from 2014):
Applicants holding a three-year early childhood or teaching qualification, as listed on the ACECQA approved list of early childhood teaching qualifications, may apply to undertake one year of the course (8 credit points) to upgrade to a four-year early childhood qualification.
Applicants are ranked according to their most recent qualification, relevant professional experience or professional development related to early childhood education. Interested applicants should contact the course director: Dr Bonnie Yim, +61 3 522 72659, b.yim@deakin.edu.au
Credit for prior learning - general
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning (Credit Transfer) Search which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
Credit for prior learning - specific
The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) provides an approved pathway from the Diploma of Children’s Services offered through TAFE. Applicants who have completed the Diploma of Children’s Services may receive credit for the first year of the BECE (8 credit points) and be admitted to year 2 of the course. Other applicants are advised to contact the Faculty for information regarding credit transfer.
How to apply
All applications (Year 12 and non-Year 12) must be made directly to Deakin University through the University Applicant Portal. Details of available courses and application closing dates can be found on the closing dates webpage. Please note that closing dates may vary for individual courses. Your course may require further information in support of your application. Please refer to the Faculty information website for further details.
Further study
Graduates of the BECE course (or equivalent) can apply for admission to the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours). Applicants to Honours are normally required to have a distinction average or equivalent over the entire undergraduate degree. An individual interview will be held with any Honours applicants to clarify their research interest area and to verify that supervision is feasible and the study area is relevant to early childhood education. This interview will also provide an opportunity to review applicants’ previous research competence achieved at the degree level.
Working With Children Check
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (Victoria) requires all student teachers to hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) before being allowed to undertake professional experience placements in education settings in Victoria. Students who are given a negative assessment notice will be advised of alternative options for tertiary study due to their inability to satisfy the professional experience requirements of the course.
It is the responsibility of students undertaking placements outside Victoria to enquire about and, where necessary, to meet any similar legislative or other requirements concerning working with children.
