Bachelor of Education (Birth - 5 Years)

The Bachelor of Education (Birth–5 Years) is a specialised pathway only available to applicants who hold a Diploma Level AQF5 qualification in Children’s Services (or equivalent). It is not available to school leaver applicants who do not have this Diploma.

The course will be delivered in mixed mode that will require some class attendance together with professional experience and online learning. It is designed to allow you to continue work while studying. The course includes a strong focus on contemporary perspectives of early childhood as well as study across English, language and linguistics, science and human society. This is to meet both early childhood curriculum and NSW Institute of Teachers requirements’ for content knowledge in undergraduate study. 

After successful completion of the degree, you will be qualified as a four-year trained early childhood teacher in prior-to-school services.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Education (Birth–5 Years) can also articulate to the Master of Teaching (Primary) and obtain a dual early childhood and primary teaching qualification. After successful completion of the Bachelor degree, you will receive advanced standing for six subjects (units) completed in the Bachelor of Education, which enables you to complete the Master of Teaching (Primary) in one year of study.

Part time-study is only available to local students and is generally completed by day classes as there are limited night classes.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Education (Birth–5 Years) typically find employment as a four-year qualified early childhood teacher in long day care, preschool and integrated child and family services. In addition graduates can work in a range of professional roles in resource centres and family support programs, policy development and in advisory and support roles within the early childhood field. Students may also complete an additional year of study in the Master of Teaching (Primary) to obtain a primary teaching qualification.

How to Apply

All domestic applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the Apply Now pages.

All international applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made via the International Student Admission Application form. Step by step instructions are available on the International Admissions pages.