Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

Birth to 8 years

Giving children the best possible start to life is a valuable role you can play in many early childhood settings. USQ’s Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) enables you to work expertly in child care centres, kindergarten and primary schools specialising in Prep to Year 3. Offered online, on campus or a combination of both, this practical degree fits in with your life.

With regular opportunities to engage with current educators and industry, such as the Education Department, Queensland College of Teachers and Catholic Education, you’ll be able to cross the gap between theory and the classroom. This is why our graduates are highly desired and employable.

Already have an Early Childhood qualification?

Already have an early childhood qualification from TAFE or another recognised provider? USQ may be able to offer you credit/RPL to help you finish your degree faster.

Honours degree

If you are interested in research in education, you will have the opportunity to apply for a transfer to the Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Early Childhood) program after completing a minimum of 1.5 years study in the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) degree and achieving a minimum GPA of 6.00.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) will be well qualified for employment in traditional and diverse roles in a range of early childhood settings in Queensland and elsewhere in Australia and in many overseas jurisdictions, subject to local requirements.

Queensland College of Teachers Registration

Graduates of the Bachelor of Education are eligible to apply for registration as a teacher through the Queensland College of Teachers. To be eligible for registration in Queensland, both domestic and international students must have completed the minimum 40 days of supervised practical experience in Australian Schools.

Live interstate or overseas? You will need to investigate registration eligibility on an individual basis.