Course

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education and Care)

University of New England, Sydney · Armidale · University of New England · Arts & Social Sciences

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Key facts

University: University of New England, Sydney
Campus: University of New England · Armidale
City: Armidale, New South Wales
Qualification: Bachelor
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: Online
Study area: Arts & Social Sciences

Start dates

Trimester 1, 2026 University of New England
Trimester 2, 2026 University of New England
Trimester 3, 2026 University of New England

Academic entry requirements

You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results for admission to your preferred course. This course is only open to you if you hold an Australian Temporary Resident status that permits you to study online. In addition, it is an ACECQA requirement that all Professional Experience placements are completed in an ACECQA-approved setting. This course is offered under two admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (AQF Level 5) or equivalent. Your Diploma must be approved by Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA). You must also meet at least one of the following entry requirements: You have undertaken 1 year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) early childhood workplace experience as a room leader. OR You have undertaken 2 years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) early childhood workplace experience as an early childhood teacher assistant/aid, family daycare accredited provider, or an accredited before and after school carer. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a three-year Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7) in Early Childhood. Your Bachelor qualification must be approved by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA). Please note: If you have not completed professional experience with the Birth-2 age group you may be admitted to this course, but must complete the unit PREX310 Professional Experience Birth to 2 Years (10 days) in addition to the standard Course Structure (Program of Study). If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Admission under Rule B is not available in Trimester 3.

About this course

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education and Care) is a bachelor course at University of New England, Sydney in Armidale, New South Wales. It is listed as 1 year of study. Published intakes include Trimester 1, 2026, Trimester 2, 2026, Trimester 3, 2026.

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