Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Care: 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Behavioural Science

f you love working with children in childcare or early childhood education, The University of Notre Dame Australia’s job-ready Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Behavioural Science is your degree.

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Degree

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Care: 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Behavioural Science

Degree Duration

5 .5 Years :

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Start Dates

February | July

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If you are interested in the care and education of young children, this nationally recognised double degree is a perfect choice. The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Care 0-8 years)/Bachelor of Behavioural Science degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills to advance your education career.

The Bachelor of Behavioural Science component will provide opportunities to work with marginalised children or adults. Notre Dame University Australia graduates are in high demand in the early childhood workplace.

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

When you study at Notre Dame University Australia, you will be inspired by our innovative approach to teaching and learning with the latest in learning technologies. 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 covers traditional subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Humanities courses in Play and Pedagogy. In addition, you will carry out the essential practical component of 32 weeks in various childcare and classroom settings. A unique feature is that this practicum experience counts towards your degree.

The Bachelor of Behavioural Science component will allow you to study critical psychology, political science, cultural studies, and sociology. Behavioural sciences forge connections between traditional psychology and social work while promoting respect for social and cultural diversity. Get in touch today to enrol.

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Important

CRICOS code: 073162M
Education students who select the WA birth-eight program pathway must pass the National Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE). The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) administer the test externally. Students must register, pay for the test and pass this to graduate from the program.
Available in Perth only

Graduate job-ready with industry-specific skills and knowledge

Benefit from a unique, personalised approach to education and pastoral care

Lecturers are industry professionals and leaders in their field

The University of Notre Dame Australia is a multi-campus university, with international campuses in bustling Sydney and the historic City of Fremantle, Perth.

Notre Dame has a strong commitment to honouring the individual, and recognises that each student is graced with their own gifts and talents. Notre Dame believes that higher education should prepare students for a rich, fulfilling and reflective life, not just a career path.

Notre Dame has been rated 5 stars in the Good Universities Guide 2024, undergraduate and postgraduate categories for Learner Engagement, Skills Development, Graduate Salary, Full-Time Employment

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