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Bachelor of Education - The Early Years

Build expertise in early childhood development. Gain confidence through hands-on experiences. Make lasting differences for children, families, and communities.

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Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

For other UOW contact details, click here.

If you’re planning to study at UOW immediately after finishing your HSC, International Baccalaureate (IB), or an interstate equivalent, you can apply for Early Admission to this course. Applications can be submitted via the UOW Early Admission website during the designated period, usually June – August each year.

Students can also apply through the .

If you’re a non-school leaver (e.g., completed Year 12 previously and/or have a TAFE qualification or equivalent), you can apply directly to UOW.

Before applying, please review the requirements, intakes, and deadlines for your chosen degree.

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Year ?
Campus
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½
ATAR-SR ?
70
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration ?
4 years full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 064117B
UOW: 1816

Overview

Shape children's learning during the years that matter most. The Bachelor of Education - The Early Years prepares you to become a qualified Early Childhood Teacher for children from birth to five. Ranked #1 in Australia for undergraduate Teacher Education in the national QILT survey, UOW combines specialised learning with strong student support and practical experience. 
 
There are two pathways to qualification:

Two-year Accelerated program (Spring commencement)
For diploma-qualified educators with two or more years industry experience, this fully online intensive pathway, developed in partnership with the NSW Department of Education and Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA), builds on existing knowledge to support progression into Early Childhood Teacher roles.

Four-year program (Autumn commencement)
For school leavers, career changers and diploma-qualified educators with less than two years' experience or those who are seeking a slower pace of study. Available on campus or online, with full-time and part-time study options.

Throughout this course you will develop a deep understanding of child development, play-based learning, inclusive education, family partnerships, and early intervention. Alongside your studies, you'll complete professional experience placements in early childhood and community settings, applying your learning in real educational environments

What sets this degree apart is its specialised focus on birth to 5 years. You'll explore how children learn, communicate, and develop relationships: building the foundations for future success. You’ll also develop the practical skills needed to create engaging, safe and inclusive learning environments.

Graduates are prepared for careers as Early Childhood Teachers, Educational Leaders, Early Intervention Specialists, Service Director and other roles supporting children, families and communities.

For more information on this degree, including scholarship opportunities, visit the School of Education webpage.

See the  for more information.

Build confidence through up to 80 days of professional experience across early childhood education and care services and community settings. Placements are organised by UOW, and many students can complete up to two placements within their workplace, creating opportunities to earn while they learn while applying new knowledge in a familiar professional setting.

Learning extends beyond the classroom through UOW's Discovery Space and Early Start Research Institute, where you engage with children, families and communities in authentic learning environments. These experiences help you connect theory with practice and deepen your understanding of how young children learn, develop and interact with the world around them.

You will also explore emerging trends shaping the future of early childhood education and informed by the latest research, including world-leading work undertaken at UOW through the Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child.

Students in the accelerated pathway receive support from trained sector mentors with leadership experience in early childhood education, providing professional guidance throughout their studies and expanding their networks. 

Strong industry connections, practical experience and a specialised focus on birth to five learning ensure you graduate with the knowledge, professional networks and workplace experience valued across the early childhood sector.

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Careers

  • Children’s Hospital Educator
  • Community Educator
  • Early Childhood Teacher
  • Early Intervention Specialist
  • Education Centre Manager
  • Education Consultant
  • Education Program Coordinator
  • Education Policy Officer
  • Educational Leader
  • Family Day Care Operator
  • Family Support Practitioner
  • Inclusion Support Coordinator
  • Management Roles (Government)
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Bachelor of Education - The Early Years is accredited through the .

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's , and the UOW College .

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • Academic Entry Requirements

    Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

    To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking
    IELTS Academic

    7.5

    7.0

    7.0

    8.0

    8.0

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing)
    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

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. You may need to factor more time for examination study, practical work and placements.

    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 and clearance must be obtained prior to attending Professional Experience.

    Please note: Professional Experience is a compulsory component embedded in our undergraduate and Master of Teaching courses. Therefore it is an expectation that students who participate in these courses are capable of meeting the demands of navigating their own way to, from and around the Professional Experience contexts (e.g. school sites). It needs to be noted that the off-campus environment is beyond the control of UOW.

  • 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.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognises various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½On Campus$17832 (2026)$142656 (2026)

* 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. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW

    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. 

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird)30 September, 2025
    International9 December, 2025
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2025
    Domestic (UAC final round)29 January, 2026

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start2 March, 2026
    31 March, 2026
    Mid-session recess20 - 24 April, 2026
    Session end25 June, 2026
  • Autumn Session, 2027 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. Applications submitted after the advertised closing date will still be accepted. We will endeavour to process late applications in time for the nominated session, however this cannot be guaranteed.

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird)30 September, 2026
    InternationalSee International students page for key application cut-off dates
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2026
    Domestic (UAC final round)28 January, 2027

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates. 

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start1 March, 2027
    31 March, 2027
    Mid-session recess19 - 23 April, 2027
    Session end24 June, 2027

    Indicative enrolment

    The tables below contain information on the 2025 commencing student cohort, which indicates the likely profile of students for 2026.

    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 2025.

    Student profile table
    Applicant background 2025 intake 2025 intake (%)
    Higher education study 40 23%
    Vocational education & training study 123 70%
    Work & life experience 0 0%
    Recent secondary education
    ATAR Only 0 0%
    ATAR plus additional criteria 0 0%
    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) 12 7%
    International students 0 0%
    All students 175 100%

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

    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.

    ATAR profile table
    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2025 ATAR Selection Rank
    Highest rank to receive an offer <5 <5
    Median rank to receive an offer <5 <5
    Lowest rank to receive an offer <5 <5

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

    More information

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

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