Bachelor of Education - The Early Years (Honours)

The honours program is an alternative option for students wishing to undertake research during their fourth year of study. Entry is based on application and merit. Early Years education enriches learning in children from birth to five years by giving children the opportunity to maximise their potential and develop a foundation for lifelong learning. It focuses on the significance of early education to foster children’s health, development and wellbeing. Throughout the degree you will spend up to 16 weeks teaching in Early Childhood Education and Care Centres and two weeks in the Community and Family sector, complementary to the mentoring experience within the Professional Partners in Practice program. This will give you invaluable sector experience and professional connections that will enhance your employment pathways and opportunities.

A student wishing to undertake the Honours program must be enrolled in either the Bachelor of Education – The Early Years or the Bachelor of Education – The Early Years (Dean’s Scholar).Students who have achieved a high level of academic performance in the first three years of their degree may apply to complete the fourth year at the Honours level, provided they meet the following entry requirements:Completion of all required 100-, 200-, and 300-level subjects prior to admission to Honours (please review the Honours Subject checklist).Achievement of an approved standard of performance (WAM of 75+) during the first, second, and third years of the undergraduate degree.A suitable study proposal.A suitable and willing primary supervisor and co-supervisor A suitable and willing primary supervisor and a co-supervisor.