Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education at Australian Catholic University is a Master programme in Education over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 14,720 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Understanding Childhood Development and Learning in the Socio-Cultural Context of the Early Years
- Childrens Rights Education
- Health, Wellbeing and Physical Education in the Early Years
- Arts as Meaning Making in the Early Years
- Reconceptualising Childhood and Pedagogy in the Early Years
- Leadership and Management in Education
- Inclusive Education for Young Children and Families
- Overview of Educational Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor degree
- Official Academic Transcript(s): You must provide academic transcripts (and/or equivalent professional qualifications) for all current or previous study listed on your application. A transcript downloaded from a website is not acceptable.
- Curriculum Vitae: Where work experience is part of the course entry requirements, you will be required to provide a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae with your online application.
- English proficiency test results
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 14,720 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 14,720 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Australian Catholic University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Australian Catholic University
Australian Catholic University
Queensland, Australia
university with six campuses across Australia
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months
