The University of Newcastle

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Make a difference. Study early childhood and primary education.

Teachers and education professionals have the power to change lives and shape young minds. Start a rewarding career working with children with the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary).

Graduates qualify to work across a wide age range:

  • Preschool and early childhood (birth – 5 years): Play a meaningful role in intellectual and social development during the crucial early years.
  • Primary school (kinder – year 6): Work across the full scale of children’s intellectual, physical and social development.

Delivery mode

The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Auckland St & King St, Newcastle
  • 10 Chittaway Rd, Ourimbah

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) will prepare you for the following roles.

About The University of Newcastle

A university of and for our regions, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research since 1965.

By working with our industry, community and government partners, we translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference – to our communities, our economy and our planet.

Dedicated to our core values of equity, excellence, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle is a globally recognised education institution committed to solving the world's greatest problems.