University of the Sunshine Coast
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4F or 8P
Campus
Sunshine Coast (QLD)
Intl. Tuition
A$30,500 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
July 2027
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) at University of the Sunshine Coast in Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Early years graduates work in nurseries, reception classes, children's centres and family support services, qualifying as Early Years Teachers or practitioners with pathways into leadership, SENCO and children's services roles.
Student life (indicative)
Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
18,850
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
12.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
74.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£32,390
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Students must complete 95 days of Professional Experience. Students must obtain a Blue Card (or link their existing Blue Card to UniSC) prior to commencing Professional Experience. Applications for a Blue Card should be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the PEx start date. Blue Cards are free-of-charge for Education students when applying through the School of Education and Tertiary Access at UniSC. Students will also need to successfully complete the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students. For further information on the test, including sample test questions and registration information, please visit the Australian Council of Educational Research (ACER) website. Students must adhere to the Student Code of Conduct and meet Inherent Academic Requirements. The Inherent Academic Requirements of a program are those fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the program, while maintaining the academic integrity of that program. For information, visit Inherent Academic Requirements on the UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast website . | English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Completion of Year 12 or attained age 17 years | For additional information about the admissions criteria for UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast and for this course, refer to UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast's website.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
18,850
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
12%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
- Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Great café culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
74%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£32,390
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Early years graduates work in nurseries, reception classes, children's centres and family support services, qualifying as Early Years Teachers or practitioners with pathways into leadership, SENCO and children's services roles.
- Early years graduates work in nurseries, reception classes, children's centres and family support services, qualifying as Early Years Teachers or practitioners with pathways into leadership, SENCO and children's services roles.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Education
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
A$122,000
For full 4F or 8P
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Sunshine Coast carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Sunshine Coast carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.