Course

Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)

Federation University, Melbourne · Federation University Ballarat · Arts & Social Sciences

Masters On Campus

Key facts

Campus
Federation University Ballarat · Ballarat
Location
Victoria, Australia
Qualification
Masters
Duration
2 years
Delivery
On Campus
Next start
1 Mar 2027 · Semester 1, 2027

Start dates

  • Semester 1, 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027 Federation University Ballarat
  • Semester 2, 2027, 2027 Starts 26 July 2027 Federation University Ballarat

Academic entry requirements

  • Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree, or overseas equivalent. Students must prove they meet the English language requirement as determined by the Victorian Institute for Teaching to be eligible for registration. For further information on how to apply as an international student, please see link.

About this course

Build on your undergraduate degree to become an Early Childhood teacher. Maybe it is time for a career change or studying for your degree has shown you that teaching is where you belong. You will graduate from this course with the confidence and skills to teach in Pre-Schools throughout Australia and overseas. This is a hands-on course that will get you into the classroom for a minimum of 60 days where you can put into practice what you have learnt. You will discover how young children learn and how you can develop and support their learning prior to school settings, with a focus on nature pedagogy. You’ll look at examples from around the world and learn how to best work with children from diverse backgrounds. Our Master of Teacher (Early Childhood) course is offered on campus at Mt Helen (Ballarat) in an accelerated mode over 2 years full time or 4 years part time. It is also offered online (part-time study is not available to international students). We offer flexible pathways to suit peoples’ individual circumstances; this means blended options that include a combination of on campus and online study are also possible.

Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is a masters course at Federation University, Melbourne in Victoria. It is listed as 2 years of study. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2027, 2027, Semester 2, 2027, 2027.

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Administrative details

Course code
DTX9
CRICOS
0100320

You will need these when you apply. CRICOS is the code under which this course is registered for international students.

Source: Educircle verified course catalogue. University course page Last updated October 2026. Tuition is set by the university and can change.