Bachelor of Education – The Early Years (Accelerated)
University of Wollongong
CRICOS provider number: 00102E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12062
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Early Years education enriches learning in children from birth to five years by giving children the opportunity to maximise their potential and develop a foundation for lifelong learning. It focuses on the significance of early education to foster children’s health, development and wellbeing.
The Bachelor of Education – The Early Years (Accelerated) has been specifically designed to support the upskilling of diploma qualified early childhood educators to become Early Childhood teachers in just two years. This exciting online program was developed by UOW in partnership with the Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA) and the NSW Department of Education.
The course design builds upon the sector’s rich experience of diploma qualified educators through integrated work-based placement and innovative course delivery. The program is evidence-informed, contextually relevant, and sustainable, which supports equity of access for all students.
On completion, you will have the skills and knowledge to maximise early intervention practices that support lifelong success, while understanding the impact of physical and social learning environments on educational outcomes.
Delivered fully online across three academic sessions per year, this pathway supports educators by offering a flexible professional experience degree that aims to enhance educator engagement, allows educators to continue earning an income while studying, and minimises disruptions for their employers. In addition to the unique course design and professional experience, students will be paired with a mentor from the sector to ensure they receive ongoing support throughout the degree.
You will receive credit for 20 days professional experience in acknowledgement of your teaching experience. The remaining 60 days will be taken in three placements of 20 days each, working with children of different ages. Educators currently employed through an ELACCA-affiliated service will complete their placements at another ELACCA early childhood service within their local region. For educators not currently employed in the field, or who currently work at a non-ELACCA early childhood service, UOW’s Professional Experience unit will assist in facilitating placements.
Areas of study
The development of young children and their connection to family, community, and culture; improvement of education and developmental outcomes for children; how to establish positive relationships with children and families; cultural and social diversity; early intervention and transition to school; leadership and advocacy; creation of physical and social learning environments.
Career opportunities
Early childhood teacher, long daycare centres, family support services, government and non-government agencies and play therapy.
Professional recognition
Accredited with the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority as an early childhood teacher qualification.
Practical experience
Compulsory professional experience assessed in each year of the degree and mentoring in the field for the duration of the degree are mandatory components.
Honours
Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Fees and charges
Essential requirements for admission
Graduate or prior study status: Applicants must have completed an approved and accredited Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent), plus have a minimum of two years’ work experience (or equivalent) in an early childhood setting.
Compulsory course commencement session: Accelerated students are required to attend compulsory course commencement sessions in late July. Please visit the UOW Accelerated Early Years degree website for details.
Check the special requirements and policies for this course.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English.
Recommended studies: Any 2 units of mathematics.
Other applicants
All other applicants should apply for admission to the \Bachelor of Education – The Early Years or Bachelor of Education – The Early Years (Flexible). Also refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
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ATAR profile
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Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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