D30018 · Monash University · UG specialist

Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood and Primary Education

Faculty of Education

Minimum ATAR: 70
Full time: 4 years
Part time: —
Credit points: 204
Campus: —
Mode: On campus

First-year units

Level 1 units every student in this course takes or chooses from.

EDF1058Learn to learn, learn to teachThis unit is designed to enrich your understanding of the complex processes through which learning occurs and examine the implications for both your own learning and your future teaching. You will focus on the multidimensional nature of lea…
EDF1059Fostering classroom cultureThis unit focuses on establishing learning environments that scaffold positive practices and manage learner behaviours. You will explore a range of teaching strategies, models and theories that will enable you to create structured, safe and…
EDF1067Introduction to early childhoodThis unit provides a foundational overview of early childhood education that will enable you to understand the role of history in explaining and defining the present. It examines the theoretical perspectives that have contributed to the his…
EDF1068Contemporary approaches to learning for young children: Theories and practicesThis unit involves you in the exploration of contemporary theories informing understandings of children’s holistic learning and development. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of various theoretical perspectives and apply and ev…
EDF1063Creative connections 1: Visual artsThis unit introduces and extends your understanding of creativity and its role in art-making within pre-school, early years and early primary contexts. You will engage in a range of practical workshops and lectures, while also participating…
EDF1064Creative connections 2: Music and performing artsThis unit extends your understandings developed in EDF1063 about the role art-making plays in childhood with a focus on musical and performing arts creativities. You will investigate the relationship between creative play, music, and the pe…
EDF1065Foundational numeracy for learningThis unit provides you with the opportunity to experience mathematics as a problem-solving discipline, to explore mathematical knowledge, and to develop an awareness of the importance of positive a disposition towards mathematics. You will…
EDF1084English and literacies 1This unit explores young children’s language and literacy learning in the early years. You will develop an understanding of how to build children's communicative intentions, confidence, and capacity in literacy as a foundational skill for s…

And 2 more in the course structure below.

Course structure

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Rules for completing this course

The course requires the completion of 204 credit points structured into five parts: Part A. Core studies, Part B. Education studies, Parts C and D. Integrated Curriculum and Discipline Studies and Part E. Professional experience and any special course requirements. Students are also required to complete the Supporting studies.

Part A. Core studies

42 cp

You must complete the following units

EDF1058Learn to learn, learn to teach6 cp
EDF1059Fostering classroom culture6 cp
EDF2088Planning and assessing for teaching and learning6 cp
EDF2099Inclusive education: Teaching learners with diverse abilities6 cp
EDF3064Transition to the profession6 cp
EDF3065Reconciliation, respect and recognition: Indigenous Australian education6 cp
EDF4068Teaching performance assessment6 cp

Part B. Education studies

66 cp

You must complete the following units

EDF1067Introduction to early childhood6 cp
EDF1068Contemporary approaches to learning for young children: Theories and practices6 cp
EDF2059Childhoods in a changing world6 cp
EDF3063Educational leadership: Policy and practice 6 cp
EDF3074Contemporary approaches to learning for infants and toddlers: Theories and practices6 cp
EDF4062Emerging technologies and innovative practices in education6 cp
EDF4065Working in partnerships6 cp
EDF4066Developing technological knowledge6 cp
EDF4067Evidence into action6 cp
EDF4089Continuity of learning: Transitions and change6 cp

Elective unit

6 cp

You must complete a 6 credit point elective unit. You can select a Level 2 or 3 unit from across the university in which you are eligible to enrol. You can also select from a range of flagship rich educational experiences (FREE), including the Monash Innovation Guarantee, RED or volunteering. These FREE units may be credited in place of your free elective if approved by the faculty. You must discuss your eligibility with your Education Success Adviser (ESA) prior to enrolling in FREE.

Part C and D. Integrated curriculum and discipline studies

96 cp

You must complete 96 credit points comprising: - the following 15 units (90 credit points); and - Primary specialist sequence studies (6 credit points).

EDF1063Creative connections 1: Visual arts6 cp
EDF1064Creative connections 2: Music and performing arts6 cp
EDF1065Foundational numeracy for learning6 cp
EDF1084English and literacies 16 cp
EDF2049English and literacies 26 cp
EDF2058Play-based learning theories and pedagogy6 cp
EDF2061Creative arts across the curriculum6 cp
EDF2066Mathematics 16 cp
EDF2067Health and physical education6 cp
EDF2068Foundation science6 cp
EDF2070Humanities and social sciences6 cp
EDF3069Planning and teaching science6 cp
EDF3079English and literacies 36 cp
EDF3099English and literacies 46 cp
EDF4064Mathematics 26 cp

Primary specialist sequence studies

6 cp

You must complete one of the following primary specialist sequences: - English and literacy sequence: EDF4047 - Mathematics and numeracy: EDF4078 - Science: EDF4079

EDF4047Leading literacy learning6 cp
EDF4078Leading mathematics learning6 cp
EDF4079Leading science learning6 cp

Part E. Professional experience

You must complete the following units Note: You must complete 95 days of supervised professional experience in early childhood settings and primary schools.

EDF1081Early childhood professional experience 1A0 cp
EDF2080Primary professional experience 2A 0 cp
EDF3080Primary professional experience 3A 0 cp
EDF3085Early childhood professional experience 3A 0 cp
EDF3086Primary professional experience 3C0 cp
EDF4080Primary professional experience 4A 0 cp
EDF4084Early childhood professional experience 4A 0 cp

Supporting studies

You are also required to complete the following unit to support progression in your course.

EDF1002Preparing for the profession 0 cp