Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) (Pass and Honours)
Honours not offered in 2017
BEdECP
320 cp
Minimum duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time.
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood And Primary) Honours
(Honours not offered in 2017)
BEdECP(Hons)
320 – 350 cp1
Bachelor of Educational Studies
(Exit qualification only)
BEdSt
240 cp
Minimum duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time.
A student who has completed the specified requirements may exit from the course with the Bachelor of Educational Studies.2
Course available at:
- Ballarat, Victoria
- Brisbane, Queensland
- Canberra, ACT
- Melbourne, Victoria
- Sydney (North Sydney), NSW
- Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
EFTSL value of units: All 10 cp units in this course have an EFTSL value of 0.125. Units with a cp value of a multiple of 10 have corresponding EFTSL values.
1. Admission Requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy..
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed:
- the following prerequisites at Year 12 level, or equivalent:
Australian Capital Territory:
- Major in English (T) minimum B grade; and
- Major in Mathematics (T) minimum C grade.
- Recommended studies: Science (T).
New South Wales
- Achieve 3 Band 5 HSC results including English, OR
- Enrol in the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five Years) program at ACU and if you successfully complete the first year of this program you can apply for transfer to the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary). The first year subjects undertaken in the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five Years) can be credited towards the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary). This means that you can complete the program in the same time as those who entered the program directly. Places in both programs will be Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP); OR
- Enrol in and successfully complete the Diploma of Education Studies at ACU. This will enable you to apply for transfer into Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) and receive credit for the units successfully completed in the Diploma. The Diploma is a full fee paying program; OR
- Enrol in and successfully complete a Diploma of Early Childhood Education through TAFE or another registered provider. This will enable advanced credit in the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) program; OR
- Enrol in and successfully complete bridging units as required and provided by ACU. These bridging units are offered for English, Mathematics and Science. For full details please enquire with the Faculty of Education and Arts at ACU.
Queensland
- At least Sound Achievement in the current QCAA Authority Subject of Senior English; and
- At least Sound Achievement in Mathematics (QCAA Mathematics A and/or B and/or C or equivalent subject from another jurisdiction; and
- At least Sound Achievement in a QCAA Authority Science subject or equivalent subject from another jurisdiction.
Victoria
- Minimum of Units 1 and 2 – two units (any study combination) of general mathematics or mathematical methods (either) or Units 3 and 4 mathematics (any). Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English.
OR
- Certificate / Advanced Certificate / Diploma in Educational Studies or equivalent AQF level.
2. Requirements for Completion of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) Degree3
To qualify for the degree, a student must complete:
- 320 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 20 cp from the University Core Curriculum units;
- 20 cp from three Core Curriculum Program units4;
- 80 cp from Education Studies;
- 80 cp from Curriculum Foundation Studies;
- 90 cp from Curriculum and Pedagogy;
- 30 cp from Electives; or
- 50 cp from : Catholic Primary School Religious Education Accreditation units, (exempt from 20 cp University Core); or
- 40 cp from : Lutheran School Christian Studies Accreditation units, (exempt from 10cp of University Core)
- Prescribed Professional Experience Units.
3. Requirements for Completion of the Honours Degree
To qualify for the degree with Honours, a student must:
- Qualify for admission to the Honours degree
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 6.0 for the duration of the course
- Complete 320 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 20 cp from University Core Curriculum Program units;
- 20 cp from three Core Curriculum Program units4;
- 70 cp from Education Studies
- 80 cp from Curriculum Foundation Studies;
- 90 cp from Curriculum and Pedagogy;
- 40 cp from Honours
- Prescribed Professional Experience units
4. Requirements for Completion of the Honours Degree with Accreditation to Teach in Catholic or Lutheran Schools
To qualify for the degree with Honours, a student must:
- Qualify for admission to the Honours degree
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 6.0 for the duration of the course
- Complete 350 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 20 cp from three Core Curriculum Program units4;
- 70 cp from Education Studies
- 80 cp from Curriculum Foundation Studies;
- 90 cp from Curriculum and Pedagogy;
- 40 cp from Honours,
and - 50 cp from: Catholic Primary School Religious Education Accreditation units, (exempt from 20 cp of University Core);
or - 40 cp from: Lutheran School Christian Studies Accreditation units, (and 10 cp from University Core);
- Prescribed Professional Experience units.
5. Exit Point
A student who has completed the following requirements may exit from the course with the Bachelor of Educational Studies:
- 240 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 20 cp from the University Core Curriculum units
- 20 cp from three Core Curriculum Program units4;
- 50 cp from Education Studies;
- 80 cp from Curriculum Foundation Studies;
- 60 cp from Curriculum and Pedagogy;
- 10 cp from Electives.
Schedule of Unit Offerings5
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Prerequisite (Pre), co-requisite (Co) and incompatible (Inc) units are indicated in parentheses where applicable.
University Core Curriculum Units
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
UNCC100 | 10 | Self and Community: Exploring the anatomy of modern society |
UNCC300 | 10 | Justice and Change in a Global World (Pre: UNCC100 Self and Community: Exploring the anatomy of modern society; Inc: UNCC301 Humanity in Catholic History and Culture, UNCC302 Human Dignity in International Context) |
Core Curriculum Program Units
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDFD167 | 10 | Contexts for Learning and Development |
EDFD261 | 10 | Creating Inclusive, Safe and Supportive Learning Environments |
EDFX267 | 0 | Community Engagement (Pre: EDFX318 Professional Experience Birth-2 Years, and EDFX319 Professional Experience Upper Primary, Pre or Co: EDFD221/261/271 Creating Inclusive, Safe and Supportive Learning Environments) |
Education Studies
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDCU361 | 10 | Early Childhood Curriculum and Pedagogy |
EDCX202 | 10 | Curriculum Decision-Making in the Early Years: Connections and Continuities6 |
EDFD436 | 10 | The Ecology of Childhoods |
EDFD227 | 10 | Partnerships: Inclusive and Diverse Learning |
EDFD260 | 10 | Teaching and Managing Learning Environments |
EDFD268 | 10 | Teaching and Learning: Preparing for the Contexts of the Field |
EDFD451 | 10 | Early Childhood Leadership, Management and Advocacy |
EDFD462 | 10 | Transition into the Profession |
Curriculum Foundation Studies
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDAC316 | 10 | Positive Environments for Learning and Development |
EDLA167 | 10 | Linguistics for Literacy |
EDLA168 | 10 | Children’s Literature for Literacy |
EDMA163 | 10 | Exploring Mathematics 1 |
EDMA369 | 10 | Exploring Mathematics 2 (Pre: EDMA262 Mathematics: Learning and Teaching 1) |
EDST108 | 10 | Science, Inquiry and Sustainability |
EDST264 | 10 | Science and Technology for Early Childhood and Primary Teachers 2 |
EDAB161 | 10 | Indigenous Cultures and Peoples |
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDAR368 | 10 | Creative Arts Education: Introduction to the Creative Arts |
EDAR104 | 10 | Creative Arts in the Early Years |
EDLA264 | 10 | Literacy Education 1 (Pre: EDLA167 Linguistics for Literacy) |
EDLA369 | 10 | Literacy Education 2 (Pre: EDLA264 Literacy Education 1) |
EDMA262 | 10 | Mathematics: Learning and Teaching 1 (Pre: EDMA163 Exploring Mathematics 1) |
EDMA360 | 10 | Mathematics: Learning and Teaching 2 (Pre: EDMA262 Mathematics: Learning and Teaching 1) |
EDPH366 | 10 | Personal Development Health and Physical Education (Inc: EDPH103) |
EDSS468 | 10 | Connecting Society and Environment: Curriculum for Learning |
EDST261 | 10 | Science and Technology Education |
Professional and Community Experience
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDFX318 | 0 | Professional Experience Birth to Two Years (Pre: EDCX202 Curriculum Decision-Making in the Early Years: Connections and Continuities) |
EDFX267 | 0 | Community Engagement (Pre: EDFX318 Professional Experience Birth-2 Years, and EDFX319 Professional Experience Upper Primary, Pre or Co: EDFD221/261/271 Creating Inclusive, Safe and Supportive Learning Environments) |
EDFX319 | 0 | Professional Experience Upper Primary (Pre: EDCX202 Curriculum Decision-Making in the Early Years: Connections and Continuities) |
EDFX413 | 0 | Professional Experience Primary 4: Extended Reflective Practice (Pre: EDFX319 Professional Experience Upper Primary, LNTE100 LANTITE Literacy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students, LNTE101 LANTITE Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students) |
Honours Units
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDRS401 | 10 | Honours 1 |
EDRS402 | 10 | Honours 2 |
EDRS503 | 20 | Honours 3 |
Eligible Honours applicants who fulfil the admission criteria will be invited to enrol into three Honours units (40cp) in year 3 and 4 and are not required to complete the 10 cp unit; EDFD451 Early Childhood Leadership, Management and Advocacy, resulting in a 30 cp overload (350 cp program).
Identified Honours applicants who do not wish to teach in Catholic or Lutheran primary schools may complete the BEdECP(Hons) in 320 cp by utilising existing course electives.
Electives7
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDAR424 | 10 | Visual Arts Education |
EDDR403 | 10 | Dance/Drama Education |
EDMU416 | 10 | Music Education |
EDAR462 | 10 | Creative Arts Education 2 |
EDAC224 | 10 | Understanding Behaviours and Disability |
EDAB203 | 10 | Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives Across Curriculum: Contextualising Aboriginal Knowings |
EDAB204 | 10 | Teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children: Making a Difference |
EDPH367 | 10 | Personal Development, Health and Physical Education 2 |
Catholic Primary School Religious Education Accreditation Units
Students seeking accreditation to teach religious education in Catholic Schools (all primary teachers are required to teach religious education8) will complete the following units (50 cp):
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
THCT100 | 10 | What Christians Believe |
THBS100 | 10 | Introduction to the Bible |
THCT202 | 10 | Christian Symbol, Ritual and Sacrament (Pre: THCT100 What Christians Believe, THBS100 Introduction to the Bible) |
EDRE161 | 10 | Religious Education 1 |
EDRE162 | 10 | Religious Education 2 |
NSW/ACT
Students seeking accreditation to teach religious education in Catholic Schools in NSW/ACT are required to complete an additional sixth unit within four years of commencing employment to meet accreditation requirements to teach in Catholic schools in these areas. Fourth year students may elect to over-enrol into the following unit:
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
EDRE524 | 10 | Educating Young Children Religiously |
Students will be exempt from completing the two University Core Curriculum units (UNCC100 and UNCC300) but will complete three Core Curriculum Program Units (EDFD167; EDFD261; EDFX267).
Lutheran School Christian Studies Accreditation Units
Pre-service teachers seeking accreditation to teach in Lutheran primary schools are normally required to teach Christian Studies and therefore must register and enrol with Australian Lutheran College as well as with Australian Catholic University and complete the following units (40 cp) which ACU will credit towards the completion of the degree.
Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
---|---|---|
BS1003L | 10 | Exploring the Bible |
CT1002L | 10 | The Christian Faith |
DE3012L | 10 | The Practice of Lutheran Education |
DE2007L | 10 | Principles and Context of Lutheran Schooling |
These students will be exempt from completing one University Core Curriculum unit (UNCC300) but will complete the three Core Curriculum Program Units (EDFD167; EDFD261; EDFX267).
Page last updated: 2017-06-28
Short url: https://handbook.acu.edu.au/895114
Page last updated: 2017-06-28
Short url: https://handbook.acu.edu.au/895114