University of the Sunshine Coast
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4F or 8P
- Campus
- Sunshine Coast (QLD)
- Intl. Tuition
- A$30,500 (2027-28)
- Home Tuition
- A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
- Intake
- July 2027
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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)
Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 18,850
- Staff Ratio
- 18.0:1
- International
- 12.0%
Career Prospects
- Employment Rate
- 74.0%
- of graduates employed
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k 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
- Students must complete 95 days of Professional Experience. Students must obtain a Blue Card (or link their existing Blue Card to UniSC) prior to commencing Professional Experience. Applications for a Blue Card should be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the PEx start date. Blue Cards are free-of-charge for Education students when applying through the School of Education and Tertiary Access at UniSC. Students will also need to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students. For further information on the test, including sample test questions and registration information, please visit the Australian Council of Educational Research (ACER) website. Students must adhere to the Student Code of Conduct and meet Inherent Academic Requirements. The Inherent Academic Requirements of a program are those fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the program, while maintaining the academic integrity of that program. For information, visit Inherent Academic Requirements on the UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast website . | English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Completion of Year 12 or attained age 17 years | For additional information about the admissions criteria for UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast and for this course, refer to UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast's website.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 18,850
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 18:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 12%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Mild coastal
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 8.5/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Great café culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Graduate Employment
- 74%
- Employed after graduation
- 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
- Business
- Education
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Total Programme Cost
- A$122,000
- For full 4F or 8P
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Higher
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.