The program first established in 1997 with the aim to provide education and professional training for those who are interested to be Early Childhood educators. The curriculum developed for this program comprises of professional knowledge and skills in the field of childcare and early childhood education. This includes the history and philosophy of early childhood education, safety, health and nutrition for holistic early childhood education. The program is accredited by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA/SWA11278) and fulfills the Early Childhood Education program standard
Duration: 4 Years (8 semester and 1 special semester ), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Philosophy and Current Issues (Local students only)
Malay Language Communication (International students only)
Educational Development in Malaysia
Introduction to Special Education
Art and Craft
Child Development
Program Elective Courses: Choose ONE (1) course only:
Gifted and Talented Children
Language Arts Teaching
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
English Communication Course 1
Education and Research
Application of Computer in Instruction
Play and Development
Music and Movement
Reading and Literature for Early Childhood
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4
Basic Entrepreneurship Enculturation
Educational Psychology
Instructional Design
Early Childhood Mathematics
Science for Young Children
Observational and Evaluation Skills
Inclusive Education
English Communication Course 2
Education and Society
Children and Family Intervention
Principles of Children Behavior Management
Reading and Mathematics Methods for Children with Disabilities
Health, Nutrition and Safety
Family, Preschool and Community Smart Partnerships
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4
Research Methods in Early Childhood Education
Program Planning and Teaching Strategy I
Assessment of Learning in Early Childhood Education
Statistics for Early Childhood Education
Digital Audio Technology in Early Childhood Education
Child-rearing Practices in Malaysia
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4
Teaching Practice (Nursery)
Co-curriculum
Leadership and Early Childhood Management
Teaching Strategy and Programme Planning II
Policy and Legal Literacy in Early Childhood Education
Industrial Orientation for Special Education
Early Childhood Education Research Project (P1)
Program Elective Courses: Choose ONE (1) only:
Digital Technology and Innovation in Teaching
Islamic Child Rearing Practices
Teaching Practice (Kindergarten)
Early Childhood Education Research Project (P2)
Note:
University Elective Courses
SHE Cluster I: Thinking Matters: Mind and Intellect
SHE Cluster II: Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body and Soul
SHE Cluster III: Technology/Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: I-Techie
SHE Cluster IV: Global Issues and Community Sustainability: Making The World A Better Place
Career Prospects
Academic Researcher, Child Development Specialist, Children's Program Coordinator, Curriculum Developer, Digital Learning Specialist, Educational Consultant, Early Childhood Educator, Early Childhood Education Administrator, Family Support Specialist, Health and Nutrition Specialist, Instructional Designer, Islamic Child Rearing Specialist, Kindergarten Teacher, Language Arts Specialist, Learning Disabilities Specialist, Music and Movement Instructor, Play Therapist, Policy Analyst, Program Planner, Special Education Teacher.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM60,400
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
Matriculation / Foundation (Science and Arts Stream)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
Stream: Social Science, Science, Accounting, and TESL
STAM
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum of Jayyid Jiddan
Obtain a minimum of Jayyid in TWO (2) subjects
Diploma / Equivalent
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects
Senior High School Certificate
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60%/ grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation/Foundation
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) subjects.
AUSMAT
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirement
Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental, mental health or physical illness and/or disabilities and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.
English Language Requirements
Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS; or
Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)