Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

About the course

The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) prepares you to become an early childhood teacher with strong foundations in child development, play-based learning, inclusion, and literacy and numeracy. You’ll study essential and elective units aligned to contemporary classroom priorities and complete professional placements through Macquarie’s partner network. The course also offers flexible study options to support placement commitments in a Bachelor degree focused on early childhood education.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in early childhood education settings, supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing from birth to early primary years. Career pathways include early childhood teacher and related education roles across preschools, long day care services and community-based early learning organisations. Practical placements and contemporary curriculum focus help build job-ready skills for professional practice in a Bachelor degree within education and teaching. Preparing graduates for teaching, education support, and learning development roles in schools and colleges.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)