Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Education - The Early Years is designed for individuals who wish to enter the world of education as an early childhood educator. This program is available as either a four-year degree (on campus or online delivery available) and as a two-year accelerated distance program in developed partnership with the Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA) and the NSW Department of Education.

Program Details

• The program is designed to give students invaluable sector experience and professional connections that will enhance their employment pathways and opportunities.
• Students will have opportunities for rural and international professional experiences and will engage in continuous professional mentoring.
• The program is delivered either on campus (Wollongong) or via online delivery and is only available to commence in Autumn.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Education - The Early Years is accredited through the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).

Admissions Information

• A range of admission options are available for future students.
• The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.
• For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information.

Entry Requirements

• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.
• English Language Requirements: The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
  • IELTS Academic: 7.5 (with minimum 7.0 in Reading, 7.0 in Writing, 8.0 in Listening, and 8.0 in Speaking)
  • TOEFL (Internet-based): 106 (with minimum 25 in Reading, 25 in Writing, 28 in Listening, and 27 in Speaking)
  • UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Compulsory Work-Based Placement

This course contains approximately 88 days of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 18 weeks (totaling 616 hours, at 34 hours per week) throughout the degree.

Workload

• Full-Time Study Load: As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study.
• For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

Record Check

New enrolling students will be required to complete the new online Working with Children Check and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Fees

• International Course fees table:
  • Campus: Wollongong
  • Delivery method: On Campus
  • Session fee: $16,656 (2025)
  • Course fee: (2025)
• Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
• Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session.
• Session Details: For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates.

Student Profile

This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2024.

ATAR Profile

This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ATAR-based admission.

Careers

• Early Childhood Teacher
• Education Centre Manager
• Family Day Care Operator
• Education Program Coordinator
• Education Policy
• Management Positions in Government

More Information

For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.