Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to 5)

Flinders University

Australia, Adelaide

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Flinders University

Australia , Adelaide

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

116862A

Campuses

Bedford Park

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,700 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to 5)

About

Study Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to 5) at Flinders

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children?

This degree is designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to teach and care for children from birth to 5 years of age. Whether you're interested in working at childcare centres, kindergartens, or preschools, this course combines hands-on experience with the latest educational theory.

You'll learn how to plan creative, play-based learning activities that spark curiosity and help children grow. Discover how to create supportive environments where every child—no matter their background—feels valued and included. Plus, you’ll explore Indigenous perspectives and how these ways of knowing can shape better learning for all children.

If you're looking for a career where you can inspire the next generation, this degree could be your next step.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

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If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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English Program Requirements

IELTS
overall

7.0

Writing

7.0

Speaking

7.0

Listening

7.0

Reading

7.0

Pearson
overall

Information about English language requirements

Career

Your career

The Bachelor of Education (Birth to 5) opens up exciting opportunities and equips you with expert knowledge and practical skills to teach and support children from birth to 5 years old.

You'll gain hands-on experience and develop strong relationship-building skills that are essential for working in community settings like childcare centers, kindergartens, and preschools.

With this qualification, you'll be ready to inspire young minds and make a real impact in early childhood education.

Potential occupations include:

Teacher in long-day childcare and preschools
Teacher in a private Early Learning Centre
Team leader in long-day childcare services
Director or manager at a long-day childcare centre
Director at a kindergarten or preschool
Curriculum and policy advisor.

Potential employers include:

Long-day childcare centres
Preschools
Kindergartens
Early Learning Centre
Government
Not-for-profits.

Accreditation:

This degree is accredited by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)

This academic qualification will enable you to apply for registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia. You are advised to check registration requirements as they are subject to change.

Graduates looking for employment in other parts of Australia and overseas may be required to meet additional conditions. Graduates meet the ACECQA employment criteria.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,700

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

Select your course or program

FUA English Language Program

With our Academic English program, you can improve your ability to communicate in English and the skills you need for further academic study.

FUA Foundation Studies

Recommended for successful year 11 international high school graduates looking to start their Australian education who need a preparation program for the skills needed for university study.

FUA Diplomas

Developed by Flinders academics, our diplomas tailored to your next step are ideal if you do not meet academic or English language entry requirements for entry into your Flinders University destination degree.

Wondering where you fit?

Browse our Flinders University Academy course page to discover which course is right for you.

Unsure what to choose?

Consider which study area you wish to transition into through your destination degree.

Find an agent

Many students prefer to use an agent to assist them with the application process. We have a wide range of trusted agents who you can contact to help you through the application process.

Students from certain countries must submit their application through a registered Flinders agent.

The full list of countries requiring agent assistance is here.

If there is not an agent in your country, please contact us for further advice.

Apply online

You can apply to study at Flinders University via an authorised agent in your country, or you may submit your application yourself. Refer to Step 4 to see if you need an Education Agent to assist with your application.

If there is not an agent in your country, please contact us for further advice.

Obtain certified documents

All academic documentation submitted to Flinders electronically must be certified. We also require certified copies of passports for applicants from some countries. Original documentation may be submitted by post or in person, but we are unable to guarantee return of these original documents.

Persons authorised to certify documents within Australia include:

a Justice of the Peace (currently registered in Australia)
a barrister or solicitor
a police officer
an employee of Australia Post
a Flinders International staff member
an official Flinders University agent.

Persons authorised to certify documents outside Australia include:

an Australian Embassy official or Australian Consular official
the registrar of the university that issued the transcript or parchment
a Flinders University staff member
an official Flinders University agent
a Notary Public (excluding India and Nepal).

Submit your application and documents

You will need to upload all required documents prior to being able to submit your application so it is important you have these ready.

File types able to be uploaded include PDF, JPEG, TIF and GIF.

If you need assistance completing your application find an agent in your country.

Your application is now complete

Flinders University will send you and/or your agent an email confirming we have received your application.

The email will contain your Flinders University Application Number and you should take special note of this as you will need to quote this in any correspondence while your application is being assessed.