
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Education
Become an exceptional early childhood teacher – a knowledgeable education professional, critical thinker and ethical leader. With flexible study options, gain practical experience through 40 days of teaching practice, a 36-day internship, a professional research project and student conference. For graduates seeking a career change, seeking to shape the next generation and make a difference for young children, families and communities. Our program ensures you gain the confidence, knowledge, and skills to excel as an early childhood teacher.
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters by Coursework
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Camperdown/Darlington Campus
- NSW
- Course code
- CRICOS 020155D
- Program SIA-214717
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Course overview
Become an exceptional early childhood teacher – a knowledgeable education professional, critical thinker and ethical leader. With flexible study options, gain practical experience through 40 days of teaching practice, a 36-day internship, a professional research project and student conference. For graduates seeking a career change, seeking to shape the next generation and make a difference for young children, families and communities. Our program ensures you gain the confidence, knowledge, and skills to excel as an early childhood teacher.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Available places will be offered to qualified applicants based on merit. Admission to Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) candidature requires: - a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; and - the completion of any additional qualifying courses prescribed by the Faculty. English language requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English. In exceptional circumstances, the Dean may admit applicants without these qualifications who in the opinion of the Faculty have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award. Inherent requirements for programs in early-childhood education To assist students to make informed choices about their study, the Sydney School of Education and Social Work has identified inherent requirements for coursework-award courses in Early Childhood Education. In order to successfully complete such a course, students must possess the qualities and skills listed in this document (PDF). Student profile Commencing students 2020 Number of students: 169 Domestic students: 135 International students: 34 Commencing students 2021 Number of students: 204 Domestic students: 176 International students: 28 Admission to this course requires: - a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; and - the completion of any additional qualifying courses prescribed by the Faculty. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- TOEFL iBTOverall 105L 27 · R 23 · W 25 · S 27
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7.5L 8 · R 7 · W 7 · S 8
- PTE AcademicOverall 78L 82 · R 72 · W 72 · S 82
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Available places will be offered to qualified applicants based on merit. Admission to Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) candidature requires: - a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; and - the completion of any additional qualifying courses prescribed by the Faculty. English language requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English. In exceptional circumstances, the Dean may admit applicants without these qualifications who in the opinion of the Faculty have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award. Inherent requirements for programs in early-childhood education To assist students to make informed choices about their study, the Sydney School of Education and Social Work has identified inherent requirements for coursework-award courses in Early Childhood Education. In order to successfully complete such a course, students must possess the qualities and skills listed in this document (PDF). Student profile Commencing students 2020 Number of students: 169 Domestic students: 135 International students: 34 Commencing students 2021 Number of students: 204 Domestic students: 176 International students: 28 Admission to this course requires: - a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification; and - the completion of any additional qualifying courses prescribed by the Faculty.
Additional entry requirement
AQF Level 7 bachelor-equivalent study; course-specific criteria; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Camperdown/Darlington Campus | — | — | $51,500per year | International students |
Where it is taught
Camperdown/Darlington Campus
PrimaryNSW
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)sydney.edu.au
- The University of Sydneysydney.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Sydney Conservatorium Advanced Diploma of Opera handbookOfficial source
- University of Sydney Study Abroad inbound guideOfficial source
- University of Sydney per-course coredata and explorer JSONOfficial source
- International Admission Guide 2027Official source
- Coursework Policy 2021Official source
- University of Sydney Honours eligibilityOfficial source
- University of Sydney English language requirementsOfficial source
- University of Sydney preparation and direct-entry programsOfficial source
- University of Sydney international undergraduate academic requirementsOfficial source
- University of Sydney postgraduate research admissionOfficial source
- Taylors College Sydney entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

