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James Cook University (JCU)

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Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

  • Bachelor

Build expertise in the education of early learners from birth to 8 years with a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Hone your understanding of child psychology and be equipped to facilitate learning within literacy, numeracy, technology, the humanities and more.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 months part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Jan, Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov
Domestic Fees
$4,124 per year
ATAR
65

About this course

Build expertise in the education of early learners from birth to 8 years with a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Hone your understanding of child psychology and be equipped to facilitate learning within literacy, numeracy, technology, the humanities and more. Emerge with highly developed communication skills tailored to support, engage and encourage early learners.

Entry requirements

ATAR 65

English, General Maths or Mathematical Methods or Specialist Maths, General Science subject (Units 3/4,C)

Study locations

Online

Online

Career pathways

JCU Education (Early Childhood Education) graduates have a nationally accredited degree that enables them to be employed across Australia.

Graduates can pursue careers in education in schools, preschools, kindergartens, and childcare centres.

This course is nationally accredited through the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) in association with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT). Graduates are eligible for teacher registration in Australia.

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) is fully accredited with ACECQA, which is the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority.

How to apply

Note the course QTAC code for the location you've chosen. You'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.

Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. View our Application due dates page for more information.

All applicants for initial teacher education courses (pre-service teachers) must satisfy both academic and non-academic entry criteria.

English language requirements

Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the following English language proficiency requirements:

  • An overall score of 6.5 in Academic IELTS (or equivalent) with no sub-score less than 7.0 for Speaking and Listening and no sub-score less than 6.0 for Reading and Writing.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you can apply to study a University-approved English language program.

ATAR score is indicative only. Entry scores will be finalised in the major offer round.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at James Cook University (JCU).
63.3%
Overall satisfaction
72.5%
Skill scale
45.8%
Teaching scale
87.3%
Employed full-time
$67.4k
Average salary