Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care 0-8 years) / Bachelor of Science

If you are interested in the care and education of young children, this double degree is perfect. The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care: 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Science degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills to be the best childhood educator and carer. In addition, the Bachelor of Science component will provide opportunities to share your love of science in the classroom.

Our nationally recognised double degree is a highly structured and intensive program that qualifies you to work in childcare or an early childhood school setting with children from birth to 8 years old. As a result, Notre Dame University Australia graduates are in high demand in the workplace.

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care: 0-8 years) degree combines educational theory and classroom learning with an essential practical component. At the same time, the Bachelor of Science degree will develop your specialised science knowledge and academic standing.

When you study at Notre Dame, you will be inspired by our innovative approach to teaching and learning with the latest in learning technologies. In addition, our double degree will provide you with the academic skills you need to support, engage, and extend primary-aged children by integrating theory and practice.

The Education component of the double degree will cover traditional subjects such as English, Mathematics and Humanities and early childhood-specific courses in Play and Pedagogy. In addition, you will carry out an integral practical component of 32 weeks in various childcare and classroom settings. A unique feature is that this practicum experience directly counts towards your degree.

When you study The Bachelor of Science component, you study a combination of core interdisciplinary science courses, including Experimental design, Maths, Biology and Chemistry.

These courses will provide the basis for strong skills in scientific investigation, including data collection and analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication. These skills are highly sought after by employers within and outside the field of science.

You will select a stream matching your interests to deepen your science study further. Courses available include Biology & Environment, Environment & Heritage, Human & Medical Science, and Multidisciplinary Science. You will acquire knowledge and skills through hands-on experience in the classroom, laboratory, and the field.

Please note: Education students in Western Australia must pass the national Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE). The test is administered externally by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). You must register and pay for the test.

Do you desire to care for and educate young children? The University of Notre Dame Australia's job-ready Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care: 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Science is your degree. This five-year double degree has flexible full-time or part-time study options available and will give you the qualifications you need to work in childcare and school settings. If you love science and want to share your passion with young children, this double degree could be an ideal combination. You will complete 32 weeks of essential practical experience in various educational and care settings. So get in contact with us today to start making a difference.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care: 0-8 years) graduates will be able to:

1. Synthesise knowledge of current research and theoretical perspectives of early years education
2. Synthesise knowledge of relevant and current perspectives on child development for the emotional, personal, social, language, cognitive, spiritual, creative, and cultural domains in order to make planning, teaching and assessment responsive to the needs of the child
3. Demonstrate the required knowledge of curriculum and policy frameworks and their application across early years' contexts
4. Critically reflected on international perspectives and contemporary issues in early childhood
5. Demonstrate effective communication and collaborative skills in a variety of early years' contexts
6. Demonstrate competence in planning and implementing teaching and learning engagements for children from diverse backgrounds and of ranging abilities, based on sound understandings of early years' pedagogy drawn from research and theory
7. Apply professional and practice knowledge and skills to plan, teach, assess, and evaluate programs that establish a strong foundation for children's well-being and future success
8. Utilise skills for engaging appropriate and effective partnerships with families, communities, organisations, and other professionals
9. Develop dispositions for continued learning in evolving teaching contexts including the development of skills in inquiry, self-reflection, and advocacy

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science graduates will be able to:

1. Articulate the methods and philosophy of Science and explain why current scientific knowledge is both contestable and testable
2. Explain the role and relevance of Science in society
3. Apply broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge with depth in one or more disciplines
4. Synthesise and critically evaluate information from a range of sources
5. Design scientific investigations, collect and interpret data and draw conclusions showing creativity in problem solving
6. Conduct investigations using practical and theoretical approaches
7. Communicate results, information, and arguments to audiences for a range of purposes and in a variety of modes
8. Apply current regulatory frameworks and exercise high personal and professional ethical standards; and
9. Work independently as a reflective, self-directed learner and, where appropriate, in collaboration with others.

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Teachers graduating with a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care: 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Science will be able to work in Australia as Early Childhood teachers in Catholic, Independent and Government schools as a generalist or specialist science teacher. You will also be qualified to work in childcare facilities. While the Bachelor of Science component prepares you for a wide range of careers depending on your science major, including specialist science teacher, food chemist, data scientist, marine scientist, or laboratory technician, to name a few.

You can apply directly to the University and there is no application fee.

To apply, please complete the online application form and submit it with all supporting documents.

If you prefer, you can download a print version of the international application form. The application form also contains questions relating to Genuine Temporary Entrant assessment. For more information, please download the International Program Guide.

• What you'll need to apply

  • Certified copies of your academic basis for entry
  • Certified copies of proof of English language proficiency
  • Certified copy of your proof of citizenship/residency
  • Certified copies of existing Australian visa and/or OSHC (if applicable)
  • Evidence of your ability to pay tuition fees and living expenses while in Australia

• Admissions process

  Our admissions process comprises four easy steps:

  1. Apply – direct or via an education agent
  2. Receive your offer – successful applicants receive an offer via email
  3. Accept - your offer and make fee payment
  4. Enrol – receive your eCoE and apply for your student visa (if applicable), and enrol at Notre Dame