- ATAR 62.00
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- 3 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Springfield
- Toowoomba
- External
- Feb, May
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- AUD 4,624
- (Indicative annual fee)
- Springfield 928151
- External 908155
- Toowoomba 908151
Overview
- Start your path towards a fulfilling career in early childhood, ready to provide support and education to young people. UniSQ’s Bachelor of Early Childhood qualifies you to work with children (newborn through to five years old) and families in a range of early learning environments.
- Be equipped with the essential knowledge, skills and values essential for best practice in early childhood education.
- Benefit from practical hands-on learning with 80 days of professional experience placements in a variety of settings. International and domestic students are required to attend the majority of placements in settings within Australia.
- Lay the foundation for future study - completion of the Bachelor of Early Childhood provides seamless entry into the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), enabling you to receive teacher registration.
- Benefit from flexible study options allowing you to study your early childhood degree online, on-campus, or a combination of both. You can also tailor your study schedule to suit your lifestyle – study full-time, or one subject at a time, taking extra when life allows – it's up to you.
- Already have an early childhood qualification from TAFE or another recognised provider? UniSQ may be able to offer you recognition for prior learning to help you finish your degree faster.
They know me
I love UniSQ because I feel like I actually know the lecturers and they know me – more than just my name too.
Ryan - Education student
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you will have the skills, knowledge and experience required to work in a range of prior to school learning environments. You can apply for jobs in early education and care centres and family day care programs as a director, educator, supervisor or as a group leader.
Professional accreditation
This degree is approved with the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
Our Bachelor of Early Childhood does not qualify for teacher registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. If you are looking for teacher registration, we recommend studying the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood).
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Early Childhood, you must successfully complete 24 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
You will also need to complete 80 days of professional experience to gain valuable practice in early childhood services and classrooms. These experiences provide you with opportunities to put theory into practice.
All students must be able to meet the professional requirements expected of early childhood professionals within this degree.
Other study options
At UniSQ, we support busy, modern learners wanting to start or progress in their careers. Whatever your goals, we offer flexible study options such as opportunities to upskill without committing to a full degree.
Discover UniSQ’s industry-driven short courses.
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes.
Select the highest level of education you have or will be completing to find the entry requirements that applies to you.
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Subject pre-requisites:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent and
- General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
This information applies if you’ve previously completed or started higher education study at university.
If you’ve done any study at UniSQ or another university, you may be eligible to apply based on your previous studies. We’ll use the best selection rank from your previous studies when assessing your application.
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of:
- certificate III
- certificate IV
- diploma or
- advanced diploma
to apply to study with UniSQ.
We will review your academic history to determine if you’re eligible for admission. We’ll convert your TAFE or VET qualification, past school results and any relevant work experience into a selection rank. This selection rank will determine which degrees you meet the entry requirements for.
If it’s been over two years since you completed secondary education and you haven’t pursued any vocational education training (VET) or higher education since, you’re still eligible to study at UniSQ.
You don't need to have an ATAR or come straight from high school to study at uni. Your work experience and other adjustment factors may help you meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
Let us help you navigate through our entry options – start a conversation, whenever suits you.
All applicants
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IETLS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 7.5, with a minimum 7.0 in writing and reading, and a mimimum of 8.0 in speaking and listening.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Explore the ATAR/selection rank of students offered a place in this degree in the first 2025 intake, based entirely or partly on their ATAR. To learn more about the backgrounds of students in this degree, access the QTAC website via the How to apply section.
Springfield
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 75.55
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 75.45
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 75.35
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet these requirements throughout your studies.
Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities, and knowledge that you must be able to demonstrate to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree.
If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to an Accessibility Support Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.
Review the inherent requirements for this degree.
In order to attend a professional experience placement in Queensland, you must hold a valid Blue Card or Exemption Card.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Placement courses may incur some additional costs, including uniform and equipment, transport to and from venues and, in some instances, living expenses, particularly for placements in rural and remote settings.
You may be eligible to receive the Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) designed to help cover some of the costs associated with mandatory placements.
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
You can apply to study at UniSQ via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Copy the QTAC code for the study location you've chosen for this degree.
- Click on the location you’ve chosen in the below table to take you to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Select 'Apply Now' to create a QTAC account.
| Location | QTAC Code |
|---|---|
| Springfield | 928151 |
| External | 908155 |
| Toowoomba | 908151 |
Some applicants may be eligible to apply directly to UniSQ if they meet certain criteria. Explore the application process that’s right for you.
You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 10 February | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 26 May | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost your ATAR or selection rank with additional points, to improve your chances of getting into your preferred degree.
You may be eligible for these admission schemes based on:
- your background and personal circumstances
- where you live
- the subjects you studied at school.
You do not have to apply for these adjustments as they will be automatically applied by QTAC when your application is assessed.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The documentation you need to provide with your application depends on your qualifications.
If applying through QTAC, you will also need a Unique Student Identifier which is your individual education number for life.
Follow our easy instructions to discover further information on applying to study that’s right for you.
Depending on how you applied to study at UniSQ, the process to accept your offer will vary.
Offer to study at UniSQ from QTAC
- QTAC will send you an email if you have received an offer. To respond to your offer, log in to the QTAC application portal.
- Information regarding QTAC key dates for when offers will be made is available.
- Didn’t receive an offer? Don’t worry – you may just need to update your preferences.
Offer to study from UniSQ
- After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
- Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
The duration of a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education will vary depending on which university you choose to study with.
An Education and Teaching Bachelor of Early Childhood degree at UniSQ will take you approximately three years to complete. Some students choose to study part-time which increases the time it takes to complete the required courses.
A Bachelor of Early Childhood Education in Australia will equip you to work as a director, educator, supervisor or group leader. With this qualification you can work with children before they start school at a family day care or an early education and care centre. Alternatively, if you’re interested in working in Education and Teaching, a Bachelor of Early Childhood can provide you with seamless entry into the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood).
Most universities offer flexible options to study a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.
At UniSQ we know the importance of balancing study with life, our Bachelor of Early Childhood is offered part-time and online – allowing you to study anywhere, anytime. Discover the different different ways you can study at UniSQ.
