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Swinburne University of Technology

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)

Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4.0F/P
Campus
Hawthorn (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
A$35,590 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Early years graduates work in nurseries, reception classes, children's centres and family support services, qualifying as Early Years Teachers or practitioners with pathways into leadership, SENCO and children's services roles.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
45,354
Staff Ratio
17.0:1
International
36.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
73.0%
of graduates employed
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
A$35,590
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Home Tuition
A$4,908
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

  • Current Year 12 graduates Regional Adjustments Swinburne offers a regional adjustment for applicants from outer regional and remote communities. These applicants will automatically receive regional adjustment factors if they: - apply for a course for which assessment is based on ATAR - are currently studying Year 12, or Year 12 is their highest level of study Swinburne will automatically apply regional adjustment factors to an applicant's aggregate score based on location. Applicants are not required to apply for this consideration. English language proficiency All applicants must demonstrate suitable English language proficiency for successful completion of the course. To view Swinburne's English language requirements for Education courses, click here. ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 70.00If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). Educational history An applicant's entire academic history, including ATAR results, VET and higher education study will be considered for entry into this course. Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in English Language, Health and Human Development, Literature, any LOTE, any Mathematics, any Science or Sociology equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English Language, Health and Human Development, Literature, any LOTE, any Mathematics, any Science or Sociology equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 15 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Swinburne University of Technology Equity schemes information and the Swinburne University of Technology website Recent Year 12 graduates Regional Adjustments Swinburne offers a regional adjustment for applicants from outer regional and remote communities. These applicants will automatically receive regional adjustment factors if they: - apply for a course for which assessment is based on ATAR - are currently studying Year 12, or Year 12 is their highest level of study Swinburne will automatically apply regional adjustment factors to an applicant's aggregate score based on location. Applicants are not required to apply for this consideration. English language proficiency All applicants must demonstrate suitable English language proficiency for successful completion of the course. To view Swinburne's English language requirements for Education courses, click here. ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 70.00If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). Educational history An applicant's entire academic history, including ATAR results, VET and higher education study will be considered for entry into this course. Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in English Language, Health and Human Development, Literature, any LOTE, any Mathematics, any Science or Sociology equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English Language, Health and Human Development, Literature, any LOTE, any Mathematics, any Science or Sociology equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 15 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Swinburne University of Technology Equity schemes information and the Swinburne University of Technology website Applicants with Higher Education study English language proficiency All applicants must demonstrate suitable English language proficiency for successful completion of the course. To view Swinburne's English language requirements for Education courses, click here. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Educational history An applicant's entire academic history from the past seven years, including ATAR results, will be considered for entry into this course. Applicants who have completed post-secondary studies at undergraduate level i.e. bachelor and above, will be considered for this course. Applicants whose incomplete undergraduate studies and complete and/or incomplete VET studies were undertaken within the last seven years will also be considered. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Swinburne University of Technology Equity schemes information and the Swinburne University of Technology website Applicants with VET study English language proficiency All applicants must demonstrate suitable English language proficiency for successful completion of the course. To view Swinburne's English language requirements for Education courses, click here. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Educational history An applicant's entire academic history from the past seven years, including ATAR results, will be considered for entry into this course. Applicants with complete and/or incomplete post-secondary studies at the VET level within the last seven years will be also considered. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Swinburne University of Technology Equity schemes information and the Swinburne University of Technology website Applicants with work and life experience Regional Adjustments Swinburne offers a regional adjustment for applicants from outer regional and remote communities. These applicants will automatically receive regional adjustment factors if they: - apply for a course for which assessment is based on ATAR - are currently studying Year 12, or Year 12 is their highest level of study Swinburne will automatically apply regional adjustment factors to an applicant's aggregate score based on location. Applicants are not required to apply for this consideration. English language proficiency All applicants must demonstrate suitable English language proficiency for successful completion of the course. To view Swinburne's English language requirements for Education courses, click here. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Educational history An applicant's ATAR results from the last seven years will be considered for entry into this course. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Swinburne University of Technology Equity schemes information and the Swinburne University of Technology website | Year 12 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
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or equivalent.

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
45,354
Total students
Staff Ratio
17:1
Students per staff
International Students
36%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.8/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Entrepreneurial / start-up culture

Student Life & City (indicative)

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.

What Students Love

  • Rich arts & cultural scene
  • Great café culture
  • Diverse international food scene
  • Active music scene

University Stats

Total Students45,354
Student-to-Staff Ratio17:1
International Students36%
Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
73%
Employed after graduation
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Early years graduates work in nurseries, reception classes, children's centres and family support services, qualifying as Early Years Teachers or practitioners with pathways into leadership, SENCO and children's services roles.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Engineering
  • Design
  • Business

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
A$35,590
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Home Tuition
A$4,908
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
A$142,360
For full 4.0F/P

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

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Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)A$35,590per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$4,908per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page