Overview

Early Years from University of Wollongong, you will be equipped with the latest education technology, including access to UOW’s new Early Start facility, which connects our Wollongong and regional campuses with early childhood education and care services across NSW and with partners in national and international institutions.

Key facts

The Bachelor of Education – The Early Years is for individuals who wish to enter the world of education as an early childhood educator. This program is available as either a four-year degree (on campus or online delivery available) and as a two-year accelerated distance program in developed partnership with Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA) and the NSW Department of Education.

Alongside the program’s distinctive design and flexible approach to professional experience, you will be paired with an industry mentor who will provide ongoing guidance throughout your degree. Additionally, you will have full access to UOW’s comprehensive support services.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Learning in Higher Education
Early Childhood Contexts
Professional Partnerships
Language and Literacy in Early Childhood
Advocacy and Leadership in Early Childhood
Contexts of Development: Children, Families and Community

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wollongong, Australia

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education View 46 other Bachelors in Early Childhood Education 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 064117B

Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing)

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

35664 AUD / year

≈ 35664 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, eligible domestic students, Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees.

Living costs

Wollongong

Australia

1600 - 2200 AUD / month

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

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Key facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Wollongong

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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