Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree encompasses a broad study of early childhood education and social contexts relevant for students from birth to eight years of age.

We offer a range of hands-on courses covering te ao Māori perspectives, diversity and inclusion, human development, educational psychology, child development and professional communication and practice. Through these you will develop expert understanding of the complex and vital early years of children’s lives.

Practical placements each year in early childhood and other educational settings will allow you to explore areas of interest and refine and develop relevant professional skills. You will spend a total of 24 weeks over three years in a range of educational settings, allowing you to gain a range of practical experience and form professional connections.

This is an excellent foundation degree. It will prepare you for a career in a range of educational settings and in policy and leadership roles in New Zealand and overseas.

If you decide to pursue a teaching career in New Zealand, you can gain registration by adding a one-year Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education) or Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree encompasses a broad study of early childhood education and social contexts relevant for students from birth to eight years of age.

We offer a range of hands-on courses covering te ao Māori perspectives, diversity and inclusion, human development, educational psychology, child development and professional communication and practice. Through these you will develop expert understanding of the complex and vital early years of children’s lives.

Practical placements each year in early childhood and other educational settings will allow you to explore areas of interest and refine and develop relevant professional skills. You will spend a total of 24 weeks over three years in a range of educational settings, allowing you to gain a range of practical experience and form professional connections.

This is an excellent foundation degree. It will prepare you for a career in a range of educational settings and in policy and leadership roles in New Zealand and overseas.

If you decide to pursue a teaching career in New Zealand, you can gain registration by adding a one-year Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education) or Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary).

Admission Requirements

ACT

24+

AP

7+

SAT

1150+

IELTS

6+

GPA

2.4+

PTE Academic

50+

International Baccalaureate

24+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

169+

TOEFL

80+

ATAR

69.6+

You will be required to consent to disclosure of criminal convictions as part of the application process.

Note: While a record of criminal convictions will not prevent attainment of your qualification, it may limit your options with regards to available practical learning opportunities.

Application Deadline

04 Jul 2025

Program Duration

3 Years

Starting Month(s)

Mar

Starting Month(s)

Jul

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

7,185 NZD

International

Starts from

38,568 NZD

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