In line with the current shift of knowledge-based economy, the programme is specially made to produce graduates with wide education knowledge and skills to function as effective educators trainers in educational and commercial sectors.
In this programme, students will be equipped with theoretical perspective of educational practices in various areas of specialisation.
Programme Highlights
- The programme is internationally benchmarked, approved by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
- Especially suited for teachers, school principals, college lecturers and other education personnel who wish to equip themselves with up-to-date knowledge and specialised skills for continuous personal improvement in education line.
- Interactive learning activities.
- Easy access to myPLS anytime, anywhere through any computers / tablets / mobile devices.
- Access to the physical and digital library comprising of around 190,000 e- books, 95,000 e-journals, and 2.4 million e-theses titles accessible anywhere anytime.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, students are able to:
- Identify the characteristics of educational research
- Differentiate between the types of experimental designs
- Identify the steps involved in survey research methodology
- Apply the techniques of quantitative data analysis
- Critique research in education and write a review of literature
Programme Structure
Core Subjects
- Research Methods in Education
- Statistics in Education
- Qualitative Research Methods in Education
- Philosophy & Sociology of Education
- Learning and Cognition
- Educational Assessment
- Curriculum Design and Development
- Models of Instruction
- Fundamentals of Instructional Technology
Concentration Subjects
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Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
- Teaching Literature in English as a Second Language
- Issues and Methods in Teaching English as a Second Language
- Project Paper in Teaching English as a Second Language
Early Childhood Education
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum & Instruction in the Early Years
- Project Paper in Early Childhood Education
Educational Psychology
- Brain, Cognition and Education
- Lifespan Development
- Project Paper in Educational Psychology
Instructional Technology
- Web-Based Learning
- Principles of Instructional Design
- Project Paper in Instructional Technology
Educational Management
- Concepts & Theories in Educational Management
- Emerging Perspectives in Educational Leadership
- Project Paper in Educational Management
Science Education
- Trends in the Teaching & Learning of Science
- Science, Technology & Society
- Project Paper in Science Education
Educational Assessment & Evaluation
- Testing & Measurement
- Programme Evaluation in Education
- Project Paper in Educational Assessment and Evaluation
Curriculum & Instruction
- School Curriculum
- Curriculum of the Future
- Project Paper in Curriculum & Instruction
Mathematics Education
- Curriculum & Assessment In Mathematics
- Trends & Issues in Mathematics Education
- Project Paper in Mathematics Education
Teaching Bahasa Malaysia
- Trends & Issues in Teaching Bahasa Malaysia
- Literatures in Teaching Bahasa Malaysia
- Project Paper in Teaching Bahasa Malaysia.
Entry Requirements
DIRECT ENTRY
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, as accepted by the Senate of HEP,
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications with a GPA below 2.50 can be admitted subject to a minimum of five (5) years working experience in related fields.
ELCR Band (International Students Only):
- A minimum score of Band 3 for MUET OR its equivalent
APEL ENTRY
- This applies to candidates who are:
- At least 30 years of age in the year of application
- Possess a minimum of STPM / Diploma / equivalent
- Possess relevant working experience
Financial Aid
For Malaysian and International Students:*
- Merit Scholarship available for top-performing students
- 10% discount on tuition fee available through student loyalty scheme
For Malaysian Students Only:*
- 50% discount on tuition fee for senior citizens who are 60 years of age & above
- 75% discount on tuition fee for the disabled
- EPF withdrawal assistance
*Terms and conditions apply
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