Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education at Monash University is a MEd programme in Education over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 21,500 (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
- Interacting with research in education contexts
- Investigating education issues in global contexts
- Leading education and work
- Challenging curriculum, pedagogy and assessment
- Developing learners and learning
- Deepening education and sustainability
- Understanding inclusion in learning communities*
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry level 1:
Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time (96 points to complete)
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with at least 60% average.
Entry level 2:
Duration: 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time (72 points to complete)
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Education or a cognate discipline as relevant to the specialisation with at least a 60% average
Or
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with at least a 60% average and a minimum of two years of full time equivalent relevant professional experience.
Or
A four-year Australian undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) and/or an Australian graduate certificate and/or an Australian graduate diploma with at least a 60% average.
Or
An Australian masters degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit (60%) average.
Entry level 3
Duration: 1 years full-time, 2 years part-time (48 points to complete)
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Education or a cognate discipline as relevant to the specialisation with at least a credit (60%) average and a minimum of two years of full time relevant professional experience.
Or
A four-year Australian undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) and/or an Australian graduate certificate and/or an Australian graduate diploma in Education or a cognate discipline as relevant to the specialisation with at least a credit (60%) average.
Or
A four-year Australian undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) and/or an Australian graduate certificate and/or an Australian graduate diploma with at least a credit (60%) average and a minimum of two years of full time relevant professional experience.
Or
An Australian masters degree (or equivalent) in Education or a cognate discipline as relevant to the specialisation with at least a credit (60%) average.
Or
An Australian masters degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit (60%) average and a minimum of two years of full time relevant professional experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 21,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 21,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Monash 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 Monash University
Monash University
Melbourne, Australia
public university based in Melbourne, Australia
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
