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Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)


  • Curtin University
  • Course CRICOS Code:020852A
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.230
  • Course Duration:4 years
  • Australian State:Western AustraliaWA
  • Australian City:Perth
  • Course Intake:Semester 1,Semester 2

Course Description

This initial teacher education degree provides the skills, knowledge and practical learning experiences needed to teach young children (aged 0–8 years) in early education settings. These include early learning and childcare centres, kindergarten, pre-primary and junior primary classes. You will learn about child development, the curriculum areas and the importance of family partnerships. You’ll also choose two elective units from a list of education subjects to broaden your learning. As part of the course you will complete four professional work experience placements in schools or early learning centres. These placements are undertaken in full-time blocks, regardless of your study mode. You may have the opportunity to undertake a rural, interstate or overseas placement.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Early Childhood Education
Faculty Faculty of Humanties
Qualification Level Bachelor Degree (Undergraduate)
2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 31,000
Course Duration 4 years
Campus(es) Perth

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements Successful completion of the first year of a four-year bachelor degree at a recognised institution and English competence. Essential course prerequisites Applicants will also be required to engage in reflection of non-academic attributes related to teaching. Students will be responsible for meeting any costs associated with this process. Entry to this course will not be possible based on work experience alone. This is consistent with current practice for accredited Initial Teacher Education courses taught by the School of Education.
English Requirements IELTS 7.5 (Writing 7.0 Speaking 8.0 Reading 7.0 Listening 8.0)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO