Study Early Childhood Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education:

Inspire young minds during their formative years with our Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, designed to teach children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old in early childhood education centres and preschools.

It covers core units such as early childhood principles and practices, child development theory and application, supporting children’s learning and pedagogical approaches for early childhood education.

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood/Primary):

Step confidently into the teaching profession with our Bachelor of Education, majoring in Early Childhood and Primary, which allows you to teach in both early childhood and primary settings with ages from 6 weeks old to Year 6.

The four-year full-time degree includes child development and learning, Indigenous education, sustainability, inclusive education, along with curriculum and pedagogy learning across disciplines.

You'll also complete a minimum of 55 days of Professional Experience in a primary setting and two different early childhood environments, giving you hands-on teaching practice in diverse settings.

Master of Teaching:

The Master of Teaching is designed for those with prior studies seeking a career change to teaching. Our two-year full-time program qualifies you to be a teacher in Australia and overseas.

Students will complete a research project, 480 hours of professional experience and deepen their learning with subjects in Indigenous education, digital disruptions, inclusive education and education for impact. 

Your knowledge, skills and opportunities are enhanced by learning under our unique Southern Cross Model – designed to deliver greater momentum and motivation, achieve milestones quickly, and set you up for success at university and beyond.

Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership:

Ready to take the next step in your early childhood education career? The Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education Leadership is a four-unit, on campus or fully online course developed in consultation with sector leaders. Gain the confidence to step into Centre Director, Nominated Supervisor or senior roles.

Students will learn positive leadership pedagogies and effective communication strategies to lead their team. Graduates will demonstrate advanced capacity in effective leadership for professional practice including understanding of social Indigenous and cultural diversity in early childhood education contexts.