About Bachelor Of Education (early Childhood Teaching) (bedec) in Charles Darwin University

The Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Teaching is a new and innovative course that prepares you for registration as an early childhood teacher and as a primary school teacher, offering greater employment flexibility and versatility.

During this course, you explore issues, concepts and practices which are common and specific to both early childhood education (including before school settings) and primary school education.

Key study areas include:

play and learning sciences

language and literacy

preparation for teaching

health and physical education

science in education

technology and design for education

curriculum and programming

maths

leadership and advocacy

humanities, social science and the environment.

Teacher Professional Assessment (TPA) would be met during the course.

Professional Recognition

This course has been accredited through the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory consistent with the standards established by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership for the Accreditation of Initial Teacher Education Programs in Australia.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Teaching comprises two common units, a number of core theory and professional experience units and general elective units.

The course is designed to:

develop professional knowledge and skills for teaching children from birth to 12 years;

prepare for new and changing educational roles as early childhood and primary school educators;

develop reflective practitioner skills;

explore in greater depth the theory to practice nexus of early childhood and primary school education;

ensure continuing awareness of the environmental and cultural influences on teaching and learning in early childhood and primary schools; and

better understand the needs of learners and communities with diverse linguistic and cultural orientations, including Indigenous learners.

Career Opportunities

Graduating from this course prepares you to teach in a prior to school setting, primary school or work in associated educational areas such as:

Curriculum development

Educational planning

Educational research

Policy development

The minimum academic entry requirements for admissions to undergraduate degree is the completion of a qualification deemed equivalent to Australian Year 12 by the University's qualification assessment references. Applicants may also be required to satisfy specific course requirements such as a minimum overall grade score or prerequisite knowledge.

IELTS Academic Module - A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0; Australian Technology and Management College (ATMC) - Successful completion of English for Academic Purposes (EAP). Students will be required to sit an exit test on completion and achieve a score equivalent to IELTS overall 6.0; Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - A minimum overall score of 169 with no skill below 169; Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency - A minimum overall grade of B2; Navitas Academic English - A minimum overall pass and 55% in Academic English;

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module - A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50;

TOEFL Internet based Test (iBT) - A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

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Charles Darwin University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The tuition fees and other expenses at Charles Darwin University (CDU) can vary depending on the program and level of study. Here are some general estimates of the average tuition fees and other expenses for international students:

1. Tuition fees: The annual tuition fees for international students can range from AUD 24,000 to AUD 39,000 depending on the program and level of study. Some programs, such as medicine, may have higher tuition fees.

2. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): International students are required to have health insurance while studying in Australia. The cost of OSHC can range from AUD 500 to AUD 2,000 per year depending on the level of cover.

3. Accommodation: The cost of accommodation can vary depending on the type and location of the accommodation. On-campus accommodation can range from AUD 230 to AUD 350 per week, while off-campus accommodation can range from AUD 150 to AUD 500 per week.

4. Living expenses: The cost of living in Darwin can vary depending on the lifestyle and spending habits of the student. A rough estimate of living expenses, including food, transportation, and other expenses, is around AUD 18,000 to AUD 20,000 per year.

It is important to note that these are only estimates and the actual expenses may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the student. Make sure to check CDU's website for the specific tuition fees and other expenses for your chosen program.

For reference, the cost breakdown is shown below:

• For college students in Darwin and Sydney, the cost of living may be different. Below is an estimate for both places as a guide: