Nature as a Third Teacher | Federation University

EDECE6005 Nature as a Third Teacher

During this course, students will discover the theoretical, historical and global perspectives associated with nature pedagogy and the benefits for young children in the context of understanding what nature pedagogy is. On a practical level, policy development, risk management and resource provision will be examined in order to allow participants to acquire the skills and knowledge required to introduce nature pedagogy to children. Hands on practical components will provide students with experiences similar to those they seek to add to their teaching repertoire and provide understanding of how components of an early childhood curriculum can be embedded within a nature pedagogy approach. Barriers and limitations will be identified and explored, and solutions, as well as the role leadership plays in inspiring staff, families and children to embrace nature pedagogy will be examined.

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).

2026 contribution amount* $1,185
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $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.

* 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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