Bachelor of Early Childhood Education in Melbourne Australia | Victoria University

Develop into a sought-after early-childhood educator with practical skills and hands-on training through Victoria University's Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program.

This early-childhood degree immerses you in studies covering children from infancy to five years old. You'll discover how kindergarten and early-childhood education can involve children and families as active participants in the learning journey.

Graduate with specialized knowledge grounded in social justice principles, developed through real-world teaching experience in childcare and kindergarten settings, along with critical analysis of early-childhood theories.

Our early childhood education program provides deep understanding of foundational years through these engaging study areas:

developmental stages in children
teaching methods incorporating Indigenous viewpoints
relationship-based curriculum and educational approaches
advocacy and leadership in early-learning environments
historical and philosophical foundations of early education
professional ethics in early-childhood practice.

First-year studies take place at City Campus, while second-year practical training occurs at Footscray Nicholson, featuring specialized facilities like the Art Studio and VU Play Space. Third-year students complete their studies either at City Tower or through online learning.