Overview

This industry-relevant Early Childhood Education (Honours) degree from University of South Australia is a four-year professional degree solely focused on teaching, that will equip you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to thrive as a contemporary educator in childcare, pre-school, and junior primary settings.

The curriculum is practical in nature and you will begin work placements during your first six months. This focus on industry experience will continue throughout your studies, and on graduation you will have completed 110 days of field-based placements. You will also develop an in-depth understanding of the principles and concepts relating to early childhood development and learning, as well as leadership and advocacy in matters relating to early childhood.

This degree is based at the Magill campus, where the primary specialisms offered are Arts, English, Languages, Mathematics/Science and Religious Education.

Your career

The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) degree offers a range of diverse employment options beyond teaching only specific roles. You may choose to work for a variety of employers including:

business associations

the Department for Education

private and community-based child care providers

Catholic Education South Australia (CESA)

the Association of Independent Schools of South Australia (AISSA)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Studies in English Education
Health and Physical Education
Humanities and Social Sciences Education
Professional Experience 2: Curriculum and Pedagogy (Early Childhood)
Science and Mathematics Education 1 (Birth to 8)
Teaching and Learning in Aboriginal Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00

Apply anytime.
Starting 2024-07-24 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks.

Language

English

IELTS

Schedule an IELTS test!

PTE Academic

More about PTE Academic

TOEFL^® IBT

Interested in an IELTS preparation course? Get started here

Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Education Teaching Early Childhood Education View 48 other Bachelors in Early Childhood Education in Australia

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

Schedule an IELTS test!

PTE Academic

More about PTE Academic

TOEFL^® IBT

Interested in an IELTS preparation course? Get started here

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 098150J
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Diploma or above

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

30900 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30900 AUD per year during 48 months.

Domestic Students: Commonwealth Supported

Living costs for Adelaide

1328 - 2474 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Early Childhood Education (Honours).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About