Science, Environments and Natu | Federation University

ECCOP3001 Science, Environments and Natu

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)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2025 contribution amount* $1,157
2025 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,157

^ 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.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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