Overview

Learn how to support and grow a child’s social, emotional, intellectual and physical development through innovative teaching methods. Engage in unique units of study of nature play, social justice, sustainability and Indigenous knowledges.

This Education (Early Childhood Teaching) degree at Swinburne University of Technology includes a mandatory work placement as a professional accreditation requirement. You’ll complete four professional placements, adding up to around 80 days of real classroom experience guided by an experienced mentor. This globally recognised degree is accredited by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority.

Your career opportunities

Early childhood educator
Early childhood teacher
Classroom teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Language and Literacy
The World of Maths
Theories of Teaching and Learning
Academic Language, Literacy and Numeracy in Education
Indigenous Education and Perspectives
Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century

Contemporary Perspectives of Learning and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-25 00:00:00 , National

More details

International: It is strongly advised that you consider applying at least three months in advance of the intake’s start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

400 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Teaching Early Childhood Education View 66 other Bachelors in Teaching in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 0101392
Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification.

Course prerequisites

VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in English (other than EAL) or at least 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

34200 AUD / year

≈ 34200 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4738 AUD / year

≈ 4738 AUD / year

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Your career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Melbourne

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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