Course Description

The National University of Vanuatu’s Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Teaching (Pre-service) is uniquely designed to address educational challenges and the training needs of Vanuatu. Using an interdisciplinary approach, this three-year programme prepares early childhood teachers to support inclusive learning environments and children’s development. The curriculum provides key skills, combining teacher education, early-years curriculum, and pedagogy with teaching practice integrated into course assessments to ensure real-world readiness.

Main subjects covered

  • Educational psychology and inclusive practice
  • Communication for teaching
  • Play-based pedagogy
  • Early-years literacy, language and numeracy
  • Philosophy and sociology of education
  • Digital teaching
  • Early-childhood curriculum and assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Foundational science
  • Expressive and performing arts
  • Infant and toddler care
  • Health and nutrition
  • Social and emotional support
  • Educational research
  • Leadership and programme assessment
  • Teaching practice

Entry Requirements

  • Completed and passed Year 13 or 14 or USP Foundation program

OR

  • Obtained a Certificate III/IV, Diploma in Education – Early Childhood Education or in general education from recognised academic institutions with 2 years teaching experience in Early Childhood school or centre. (Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) may apply in line with NUV APL policy)

Special entry:

Lack high school qualifications but have gained considerable experience in the fields of general education, special education and inclusive education. (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may apply in line with NUV APL policies and procedures).

Registration

If you plan to apply to one of this programme, you must follow the steps below:

  1. Complete the pre-enrolment form online
  2. Carefully read the information contained in this form
  3. Fill in your personal information accurately
  4. Collect the required documents:
    –    Identity document (national ID card, driving license, VNPF card…)
    –    Birth certificate
    –    A copy of your Baccalaureate degree, South Pacific Form Seven Certificate (SPFSC), Vanuatu University Entrance Certificate (VUEC) or Diplôme d’accès aux études universitaires (DAEU) degree and your Result Slip
    –    Relevant transcripts
    –    One clear and recent identification photo (clear background)
    –    A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  5. You will be notified by email to come and complete your registration if your application has been approved.

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