ECCOP3001 Science, Environments and Nature Pedagogy
This unit equips pre-service teachers (PSTs) with a comprehensive understanding of science and environmental education through play, inquiry and nature-based pedagogies in early childhood education. PSTs will develop their understanding of science concepts and processes and explore pedagogies that foster children¿s scientific inquiry and environmental stewardship. PSTs will critically examine the benefits and potential challenges of learning and teaching in outdoor environments. Emphasising the interconnectedness of play, nature pedagogy and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, the unit strengthens PSTs skills in advocacy and collaborative approaches to enhance children¿s learning, development and wellbeing through science and environmental education. This unit includes a 10-day placement.
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) unit fee
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Australian Government, which means students only pay the student contribution amount of the tuition fee. CSPs are only available to eligible domestic students.
The student contribution amount depends on the unit and how much funding the Government provides. Each unit is classified into a band based on its discipline (which may be different to your overall course discipline).
2026 student contribution amount: $1,185
2026 grandfathered student contribution amount (for students who commenced before 1 Jan 2021*): $1,185
* If you are a continuing student (who commenced your course before 1 January 2021) you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
