Location
Australia
Qualification
Bachelor degree
Fees
AUD30480
(2026)
Duration
1 Year(s)
Next intake
19.10.2026
Entry Score
6
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Duration: 1 Year(s)
Fees: AUD30480
| Intake | Location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 3 (October), 2026 | Armidale |
| Trimester 3 (October), 2026 | Armidale |
| Trimester 3 (October), 2026 | Armidale |
| Trimester 1 (February), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 1 (February), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 1 (February), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 2 (June), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 2 (June), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 2 (June), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 3 (October), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 3 (October), 2027 | Armidale |
| Trimester 3 (October), 2027 | Armidale |
This course is offered under two admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule A: You meet the following entry requirements:
You have completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (AQF Level 5) or equivalent. Your Diploma must be approved by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA).
You must also meet at least one of the following entry requirements:
After completion of your Diploma, you have undertaken a minimum of 1 year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) early childhood workplace experience as a room leader.
OR after completion of your Diploma, you have undertaken a minimum of 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 degree must be approved by the Australian Children’s Education & Care Authority (ACECQA).
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.
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If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at The University of New England. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
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