Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Edith Cowan University (ECU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00279B
Provides a nationally accredited initial teaching qualification for students who have already obtained a Bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification in areas other than Education. The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is dedicated to producing quality graduates ready to take up employment across the early childhood education sector, including teaching children from birth to 8 years of age. Dealing specifically with children from birth to 8 years of age, this course focuses on the care and education of children in this age group in partnership with families and communities. This course is built on the principle that students come to the program with strengths from a diverse range of educational and life experiences. Reflective thinking and research, with an emphasis on links between theory and practice is valued. Students develop a deep understanding of the importance of building strong, positive relationships with children, families, communities and colleagues. Students are taught how to develop, implement and assess socially inclusive curricula where children are valued, respected and productively engaged in learning. This course accommodates "principles and dimensions" of excellence and is delivered through mutually beneficial partnerships between ECU, and individual schools and early learning centres.
Structure
Total Credit Points 240
Subjects
- Language and Literacy Birth to 5 Years
- Visual Arts and Music Education in Early Childhood
- Investigating Young Children's Holistic Learning and Development
- Mathematics and Technologies for Young Children
- Science for Young Children
- Early Literacy 5–8 Years
- Mathematics in the Early Years of School: 5 to 8 Years
- Early Childhood Practice and Pedagogy for Children 5–8
- Physical Education, Health and Wellbeing for Young Children (Healthy, Active and Safe Children)
- Humanities and Social Sciences Birth to 8 Years
- Inclusive Early Childhood Environments
- Effective Pedagogy and Practice in Early Childhood Contexts
- Teaching Performance Assessment
- Aboriginal Contexts in Early Childhood Education
- Contemporary and Comparative Perspectives in Early Childhood Education
- Dance, Drama and Media Arts Education in Early Childhood
- Leading and Managing in Early Childhood Contexts
Standard entry requirements
- Bachelor degree or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
Recognition
Accredited by: Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Joondalup | International: $75,400 | No |
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