Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Early Childhood/Primary) - International English Western Sydney University - Bankstown Campus, Australia

This degree will put you on the path to a Master of Teaching, and a rewarding career as an early childhood teacher. Alternatively, you can graduate with a combined early childhood and primary teaching qualification, enabling you to teach in both early childhood and primary settings. It will also give you the skills you need to explore your prospects beyond the classroom. Graduates of this degree are eligible for direct entry into the Master of Teaching (Birth - 5 Years / Birth - 12 Years) via the Transition to Teaching pathway. Completion of both the Bachelor and Master programs provides a teaching qualification for Early Childhood or Early Childhood and Primary teaching. Eligible students will receive advice during their final study session in the Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Early Childhood/Primary) regarding how to accept an offer into the Postgraduate course to attain a teaching qualification. The program incorporates Work Integrated Learning providing 20 days of professional experience in an early childhood setting. Students will immerse themselves in the setting and demonstrate the capacity to work effectively with children Birth – 5 years. Students also complete an Engaged Learning Pool subject which gives them a choice of completing an internship, service learning, study tour (incl overseas), or to gaining 25 hours of engaged learning in a primary school by studying Teachers as Change Makers.

Major: International English
International English examines English in its many varieties with a focus on the international development of this language, extending far beyond native English speakers, and identifying features of the language essential to academic and professional performance.

The major provides a basis for international students who may intend to teach English in different countries, or enter other language-centred professions, or for local students intending to pursue post-graduate qualifications in education or wanting to improve English skills.

The major provides studies in the varieties and structures of English, informed by specific studies in linguistics, English teaching and bilingualism and language acquisition.