Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

City Flinders, Victoria, Australia

Level: Bachelor
Duration: 3.0F/P
Campus: City Flinders (VIC)
Intl. Tuition: A$35,500 (year not stated on the university's site)
Home Tuition: A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.

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)

City Flinders 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

Student Population: 34,599
Staff Ratio: 19.0:1
International: 45.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 66.0%; of graduates employed
Placement Year: Available; Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: A$35,500; per year, year not stated on the university's site 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 Inherent requirements Students will require a Working with Children Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects.
Use the following site link to obtain additional information: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au 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 Inherent requirements Students will require a Working with Children Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects.
Use the following site link to obtain additional information: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au 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 Inherent requirements Students will require a Working with Children Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects.
Use the following site link to obtain additional information: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au 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 Inherent requirements Students will require a Working with Children Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects.
Use the following site link to obtain additional information: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au 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 Inherent requirements Students will require a Working with Children Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects.
Use the following site link to obtain additional information: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au 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 | Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent).
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 Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent).
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 Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Bridging and enabling courses Completion of a bridging or enabling course e.g.
Foundation course or equivalent.
Higher Education studies Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent), or completion of two units of Higher Education studies.
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 Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
VET studies Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent), or completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent), or Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation.
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 Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with work and life experience VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish other criteria to be considered such as work/life experience or motivation to study should complete the VTAC Personal Statement.
Supporting documentation should include a current resume and any other relevant evidence e.g. letter from employer, professional development activities etc.
Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
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.
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 Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population: 34,599; Total students
Staff Ratio: 19:1; Students per staff
International Students: 45%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative): 7.5/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

City Flinders 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

Total Students34,599

Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1

International Students45%

Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 66%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Available; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)