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Deakin University
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Deakin University
Course Overview
Deakin's Bachelor of Early Childhood Education is jointly accredited by AITSL and the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA), qualifying graduates to teach children aged birth-12 years across preschool, kindergarten and primary settings. The 4-year programme includes 80+ days of professional experience across at least four different early-learning and primary placement settings, plus a final-year capstone research project.
Sri Lankan applicants choose Deakin Early Childhood because Early Childhood Teacher (ANZSCO 241111) sits on Australia's MLTSSL — the strongest possible PR pathway, with no labour-market testing required for the Skilled Independent (189) visa. The accelerated trimester system means students can complete the degree in 3 calendar years by enrolling across all three trimesters. Deakin Geelong and Melbourne Burwood campuses both deliver the programme.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle A Level: 2 passes with C grade minimum, plus O Level/GCSE Mathematics and English at credit grade. // VERIFY exact Deakin ATAR equivalence
- check_circle IB Diploma: 25 points minimum.
- check_circle Foundation programmes from Deakin College or partner pathways accepted.
- check_circle Working with Children Check on enrolment.
- check_circle CASPer assessment may be required.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 7.5 Overall (min 8.0 Speaking & Listening, 7.0 Reading & Writing) — AITSL mandated.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 102 Overall (min 27 Speaking, 26 Listening).
- check_circle PTE Academic: 75 Overall.
- check_circle Sri Lankan applicants will need to sit IELTS for AITSL registration regardless of qualification language.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | AUD 37,000 | Rs. 7,770,000 |
| OSHC Health Cover (per year) | AUD 700 | Rs. 147,000 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Melbourne) | AUD 29,710 | Rs. 6,239,100 |
| Student Visa & Setup | AUD 1,800 | Rs. 378,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | AUD 69,210 | Rs. 14,534,100 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (2 years). Early Childhood Teacher (241111) is on the MLTSSL with one of Australia's most generous PR pathways. Hirers: Goodstart Early Learning, Guardian Childcare, Catholic Education Melbourne, Department of Education Victoria. Graduate ECT salary: AUD 78,000-90,000 (state); AUD 95,000+ at top early-learning chains. Sri Lankan returnees take Principal posts at Colombo international schools' early-years streams.
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