Overview
Is Bachelor of Early Childhood Education for You?
Embark on a rewarding journey with our Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ECE) programme. Immerse yourself in practical learning with internships and hands-on training in real educational environments. Our programme is designed to empower you with the essential tools and insights needed to nurture the minds of young learners, fostering their resilience and nurturing their creative problem-solving abilities.
Benefit from a supportive panel of educators guiding your practical training. Join a community dedicated to shaping the future of education, preparing you for impactful roles as educators, curriculum developers, and advocates for positive change.
Career Impact
Career Prospect
With a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, you can pursue careers as:
- Preschool teachers
- Day-care coordinators
- Child development specialists
- Curriculum designers
- Educational consultants
Career Organisation
Your skills will be in demand at:
- Preschools and Daycares
- Public and Private Schools
- Child Development Centers
- Special Education Settings
- Freelance and Private Practice
- Consulting and Curriculum Development Institutions
- Child Welfare NGO
Course Structure
Course Description
The Bachelor of Education (Hons) in Early Childhood Education is an in-depth programme designed to prepare graduates for vital roles in early education such as preschool teachers, childcare coordinators, curriculum developers, parent educators, or early intervention specialists.
This degree equips graduates with specialised knowledge and practical experience in early childhood education, focusing on child development, instructional strategies, and fostering a supportive learning environment for young children.
Course Training and Practical
Year 1
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Development of Malaysian Early Childhood Curriculum
- Classroom and Behavioural Management
- Management and Leadership in ECCE Centres
- Child Developmental Psychology
- Technology in Early Childhood Education
- Assessment in Early Childhood Education
- Arts and Creativity in Early Childhood Education
- Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Education Policies and Services
Year 2
- Early Mathematics for Children
- Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
- Music and Movement in Early Childhood Education
- Safety, Health and Nutrition in ECE
- The Child, Family and Community Relations in ECE
- Early Science for Children
- Advanced Creative Educational Method
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Childhood Literature: Malaysian Folktales
- Multilingualism: Pengajaran Bahasa Melayu untuk Kanak-Kanak
- Cognitive Psychology
- Moral Education in Early Childhood Education
Year 3
- Play Therapy
- Entrepreneurship in ECE
- Learning Disabilities in Early Years
- Characteristics and Development of Children with Special needs
- Curriculum and Syllabus Designing
- Teaching in Special Education Classroom
- Quality Physical Environment in Early Childhood Education
- Educational Research
- Internship I
- Internship II
The Experience
Who is teaching?
Our panel of educators are experienced professionals and experts in early childhood education who provide guidance, assessment, and supervision to students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. These educators come from leading educational institutions and relevant organisations within the education sector.
On Campus Learning
Virtual Tour of University Cyberjaya Campus
Off Campus Learning
Solve World Challenges
Early childhood education (ECE) is pivotal for a child’s development and future success. Quality ECE programmes are linked to improved academic performance, higher graduation rates, and better employment prospects. As an ECE educator, you’ll contribute to creating foundational experiences that guide children towards lifelong learning and well-being.
Furthermore, ECE educators also play a crucial role in identifying developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioural issues at an early stage. With the skills to recognise and address these challenges, educators can significantly improve outcomes for children through early intervention, ensuring a brighter future for all.
Embarking on a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education equips you with the knowledge and skills to make a profound impact on the lives of young learners and society at large, laying a strong foundation for a brighter future that applies anywhere around the world.
Entry Requirement
Qualification
Requirement
A pass in STPM with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects or its equivalent.
A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid.
A pass in UEC with minimum Grade B in any 5 subjects.
Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00.
A Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00.
A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in any field or its equivalent.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500; OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0; OR equivalent.
