Victoria University
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationBecome an in-demand early-childhood teacher, equipped with effective skills and practical experience, with a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education from VU.
In our early-childhood degree you'll participate in units focused on children from birth to five years. You'll come to understand how early-childhood and kindergarten teaching can include children and families as contributors to the learning process.
You'll graduate with expertise built on a strong sense of social justice, learnt through childcare and kindergarten-teaching experience and critical perspectives on early-childhood theory.
Delivery mode
Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- City Campus - 370 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
- Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray
- 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study
- Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR:
- Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent) OR:
- 22451VIC Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation.
Applicants with higher education study
- Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR
- Completion of two units of Higher Education studies. OR:
- Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent.
Applicants with work & life experience
- Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Training & Development, Education, Child Care or similar. OR
- Applicants that completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. PLUS
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English (or equivalent).
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education will prepare you for the following roles.
Early Childhood Educator
An Early Childhood Educator delivers educational programs for young children in a childcare facility. You might assist other childcare staff to cre...
Early Childhood Teacher
An Early Childhood Teacher educates young children in the years before they begin primary school. You might work in a childcare centre, a kindergar...
Curriculum Developer
A Curriculum Developer designs and updates educational programs for schools, universities, or training institutions. You might work in an education...
Education Support Officer
An Education Support Officer provides vital assistance to teachers and educational institutions by supporting students’ learning and development. T...
Childcare Centre Manager
A Childcare Centre Manager oversees the daily running of childcare facilities such as long day care centres, occasional care facilities or a childc...
Childcare Director
A Childcare Director coordinates the daily activities at a childcare centre. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure a centre meets all complia...
Family Day Care Educator
A Family Day Care Educator runs a childcare service for children from their own home. You might deliver educational programs and organise activitie...
About Victoria University
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.
VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.
Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.
We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
