Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
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    Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)

    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia
    Australia, Adelaide
    University Rank:#82
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 43,400 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)

    About

    Guide young minds at the very start of their educational journey as an inspiring early childhood teacher.

    Adelaide University’s Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) is a future-focused program designed to give you the skills to excel in the modern classroom. You’ll discover how childhood development influences how kids grow and learn. Explore a range of education philosophies and teaching approaches to find your own unique teaching style. Learn how to encourage learning through engaging play-based activities. Create safe, inclusive and culturally responsive spaces that support every child’s learning.

    With 80 days of professional placements, you’ll gain practical skills and graduate eligible to work as a teacher in early childhood and care sites, including long day care centres and preschools.

    Adelaide University is ranked #89 in the world for Education Studies (Times Higher Education, 2026). You can also choose to study this program at our regional campuses in Mount Gambier and Whyalla.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    Essential requirements

    • Prior to undertaking any professional experience placement that involves contact with minors (under 18 years of age), students will be required to provide a successful Working with Children Check (WWCC) with the Department of Human Services. Information on the procedure to be followed for obtaining clearance will be provided with the letter of offer and may be viewed at the Teaching and Education Placements web page. These placements form a compulsory part of the program. A successful clearance is also required for visits to education sites in other courses, to enter any school, pre-school or childcare centre for any reason, including on placement, observation, internships or visits.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 7 | IELTS Reading 7 | IELTS Listening 7 | IELTS Speaking 7 | IELTS Writing 7

    Career

    Career outcomes

    You will graduate with a qualification recognised by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) and the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia. This means you’ll be able to register and work as a teacher in early childhood and care sites, including long day care centres and preschools. You’ll even be able to start working in early childhood settings from the end of your second year, while completing your studies.

    Industry trends

    In 2023, the Royal Commission into Early Childhood Education and Care released its Final Report into early childhood development in South Australia. The report details an ambitious vision to position South Australia as a nation leader on early childhood development by:

    • Reducing the number of children starting school with developmental challenges
    • Offering up to 30 hours of preschool per week for 3 and 4-year-olds who need the most development support
    • Constantly translating new scientific knowledge into action
    • Leading the national policy conversation on the early years.

    Our Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) has been formulated with these recommendations in mind, designed to prepare you for the future needs and requirements of the industry.

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by The Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). The program is an approved early childhood qualification for Early Childhood Teachers under the National Quality Framework.

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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