- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4.0F/P
- Campus
- Preston (VIC)
- Intl. Tuition
- A$24,640 (year not stated on the university's site)
- 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.
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Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
- Staff Ratio
- 18.0:1
Costs & Living
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
- Year 12 prerequisites Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics
- Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion of any English. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or the completion of the multiple-choice component of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in any Humanities equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any LOTE equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Mathematics equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Science equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English other than EAL equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 35 in English as an Additional Language equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 28 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 Melbourne Polytechnic Equity schemes information and the Melbourne Polytechnic website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in any Humanities equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any LOTE equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Mathematics equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Science equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English other than EAL equals 2 aggregate points per study. A study score of 35 in English as an Additional Language equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 28 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 Melbourne Polytechnic Equity schemes information and the Melbourne Polytechnic website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have completed or partially completed a Bachelor or higher level qualification will be considered for admission. 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 Melbourne Polytechnic Equity schemes information and the Melbourne Polytechnic website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Applicants who have not completed a Year 12 must complete the STAT Multiple choice. For advice on whether you should sit the STAT, please telephone (03)9269 1390. Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have successfully completed a Vocational Education and Training qualification may be considered for admission. 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 Melbourne Polytechnic Equity schemes information and the Melbourne Polytechnic website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Applicants who have not completed a Year 12 must complete the STAT Multiple choice. For advice on whether you should sit the STAT, please telephone (03)9269 1390. Work and life experience considerations Applicants who have relevant industry or life experience that informs applicant's choice of study and their confidence in their ability to undertake the study will be considered for admission if they have completed the multiple choice component of the STAT test. 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 Melbourne Polytechnic Equity schemes information and the Melbourne Polytechnic website | Current Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants must telephone (03) 9269 1390 to make an appointment for an interview. Bookings for interviews will remain open throughout the selection and change of preference periods. All applicants are required to complete a written task during the interview process. Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to undertake a Literacy and Numeracy test prior to graduating. Please visit Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students for information about the test. Information regarding this test will be available at the interview. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Recent Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants must telephone (03) 9269 1390 to make an appointment for an interview. Bookings for interviews will remain open throughout the selection and change of preference periods. All applicants are required to complete a written task during the interview process. Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to undertake a Literacy and Numeracy test prior to graduating. Please visit Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students for information about the test. Information regarding this test will be available at the interview. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with Higher Education study Interview Applicants must telephone (03) 9269 1390 to make an appointment for an interview. Bookings for interviews will remain open throughout the selection and change of preference periods. All applicants are required to complete a written task during the interview process. Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to undertake a Literacy and Numeracy test prior to graduating. Please visit Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students for information about the test. Information regarding this test will be available at the interview. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with VET study Interview Applicants must telephone (03) 9269 1390 to make an appointment for an interview. Bookings for interviews will remain open throughout the selection and change of preference periods. All applicants are required to complete a written task during the interview process. Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to undertake a Literacy and Numeracy test prior to graduating. Please visit Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students for information about the test. Information regarding this test will be available at the interview. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with work and life experience Interview Applicants must telephone (03) 9269 1390 to make an appointment for an interview. Bookings for interviews will remain open throughout the selection and change of preference periods. All applicants are required to complete a written task during the interview process. Literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education Students are required to undertake a Literacy and Numeracy test prior to graduating. Please visit Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students for information about the test. Information regarding this test will be available at the interview. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Staff Ratio
- 18:1
- Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Mild coastal
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 8.0/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
- Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10
Career & Outcomes
- Placement Year
- Not offered
- 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
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Higher
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Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)A$24,640per year, year not stated on the university's site Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$4,908per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page