Program Overview
The Master of Teaching (Birth to Five Years) program at Macquarie University equips students with specialized knowledge and skills for teaching young children in preschools and child care centers. Accredited by ACECQA, the program emphasizes hands-on learning through practical experiences and research-informed teaching. Graduates are highly sought after for their expertise in early childhood education and can pursue careers as teachers, center directors, and curriculum coordinators.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Teaching (Birth to Five Years) program at Macquarie University provides specialized knowledge and skills for working in prior-to-school settings, such as preschools and child care centers. Accredited by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA), this degree qualifies graduates as professional teachers of young children.
Objectives:
- Gain practical skills through on-campus experiences at the Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre.
- Learn from expert teachers and researchers actively engaged in early childhood education projects.
- Develop analytical and research skills essential for professional teaching.
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods: The program utilizes a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and practical experiences.
- Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes hands-on learning through visits, observations, and participation at the Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: Graduates can pursue careers as teachers in preschools, child care centers, and other early childhood education settings.
- Opportunities: The program prepares graduates for leadership roles in early childhood education, including positions as center directors and curriculum coordinators.
- Outcomes: Graduates are highly sought after by employers due to their specialized knowledge and skills in early childhood education.
Other:
- The program is offered full-time and takes two years to complete.
- Macquarie University is ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide for Education by QS World University Rankings by Subject.
- The university's campus is set on 126 hectares of beautiful parkland.
- The program offers multimode learning and teaching, providing flexibility without compromising quality.
