Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Early Childhood/Primary)

Program Overview

This undergraduate degree prepares students for a Master of Teaching in Early Childhood or Early Childhood and Primary teaching. It offers a wide range of majors, including Childhood Studies, English, and Psychology, and incorporates practical experience through Work Integrated Learning and Engaged Learning Pool subjects. Graduates can pursue careers in education, government, non-profit organizations, and other sectors.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This degree provides a pathway to a Master of Teaching and a rewarding career as an early childhood teacher. Alternatively, graduates can obtain a combined early childhood and primary teaching qualification, enabling them to teach in both early childhood and primary settings. It also equips students with skills for career exploration beyond the classroom.

Objective:

The program aims to prepare students for direct entry into the Master of Teaching (Birth - 5 Years / Birth - 12 Years) through the Transition to Teaching pathway. Completion of both the Bachelor and Master programs provides a teaching qualification for Early Childhood or Early Childhood and Primary teaching.

Outline:

The program structure is outlined in the university handbook, showcasing all subjects students will study.

Teaching:

The program incorporates Work Integrated Learning, providing 20 days of professional experience in an early childhood setting. Students immerse themselves in the setting and demonstrate their ability to work effectively with children Birth – 5 years. Students also complete an Engaged Learning Pool subject, which offers a choice of completing an internship, service learning, study tour (including overseas), or gaining 25 hours of engaged learning in a primary school by studying Teachers as Change Makers.

Careers:

Graduates can pursue a broad range of exciting career opportunities in various sectors and industries, including government roles, non-government organization roles (policy development, administrative support, and advocacy), higher education or private education roles (tutoring, student support, working in professional services), media and communications organizations, advertising, and arts and cultural organizations (gallery assistants, public programs).