Study Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood - BEd(Tchg)EC at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, Wellington Faculty of Education
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Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood - BEd(Tchg)EC

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

This three-year undergraduate degree will give you the skills to provide quality education and care to New Zealand's young children.You'll learn the art of being flexible, adaptable and resourceful, able to work not only with young children but also with a wide variety of adults in the community. Discover the importance of wellbeing and explore the concept of play as a valuable approach to learning. Gain the skills to create healthy, safe learning environments for children, their caregivers and whānau.Your degree will focus on four areas-curriculum, culture, professionalism and practical teaching experience.Designed to prepare you for an exciting and stimulating career as an early childhood teacher, successful completion means you'll be eligible for provisional teacher registration with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.Graduate with the tools and knowledge you need to work in early childhood education services like kindergartens, early childcare centres, Pacific Island language nests and home-based care.

Which department am I in?

Wellington Faculty of Education

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$38,350.00 (US$ 22,876) per year
Books & Stationery – 870 (1 year of study)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent

IELTS: minimum overall score of 7.0 with no sub-score below 7.0

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Victoria University of Wellington

Victoria University of Wellington ranks in the top one percent of the world’s universities in 14 subject areas.

  • 5-Stars Plus from the QS Stars Rating of Excellence
  • Number one in New Zealand for research intensity
  • 92 percent of graduates are employed or furthering their stu
  • Located in the heart of New Zealand’s vibrant capital city

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