This program will produce professionals in the field of Special Education who are dynamic and reflective in carrying out innovative pedagogies and research to solve problems and enhance the practice of special education.
Full-Time Duration: 3 Semesters, (Coursework)
Part-Time Duration: 5 Semesters, (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Core Courses (12 credits)
Research Methodology in Special Education
Development in Special Education
Curriculum, Assessment and Evaluation for Children with Special Needs
Instructional Approaches for Students with Mild, Moderate and Severe Disabilities
Elective Courses (3 credits)
Diagnosis and Remedial in Reading
Therapy and Intervention for Students with Special Needs
Mathematics for Students with Special Needs
Psychology of the Gifted Child
Research Courses (30 credits)
Dissertation
Career Prospects
Special Education Teacher, Special Education Coordinator, Educational Therapist, Special Needs Advocate, Special Education Consultant, Behavioral Specialist, Learning Specialist, Special Education Administrator, Program Director for Special Education, Early Intervention Specialist, Curriculum Developer for Special Education, School Psychologist, Educational Diagnostician, Educational Policy Advisor, Counselor for Students with Special Needs.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM 14,900 (Full-Time)
Note: Tuition Fee are subject to change.
International
RM 29,300 (Full-Time)
Intake
Semester 1 (October) Intake
Semester 2 (March) Intake
Note: Subject to the availability of the programme offering.
Entry Requirement
General Entry Requirements
For applicants with a CGPA of not less than 3.00:
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
Graduate from University Malaya; or
Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
Produce publications in related field; or
Receive a scholarship; or
Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
Pass an interview conducted by Faculty; or
Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.
Specific Entry Requirements
General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor's of Education or Bachelor's degree with Education in specific field.
Equivalent Qualification: N/A
Related Fields: Special Needs, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work
Special Requirements:
Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree in related field (CGPA: ≥ 3.00)
Must fulfill at least ONE of the following criteria:
Possessed a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (minimum CGPA 3.00); or
Teaching Qualification recognized by the university; or
At least one (1) year teaching experience in a related field; or
Professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
Other qualifications approved by the Senate from time to time
OR
Applicants with a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor's Degree with Education (CGPA: 2.70 - 2.99)
Must fulfill at least ONE of the following criteria:
UM graduate; or
At least two (2) years of teaching experience in related field; or
Professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
Published in a related field; or
A Scholarship holder; or
A Government servant; or
Pass an interview by PTj; or
Pass a Special Assessment by PTj; or
OR
Applicants with a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor's Degree with Education(CGPA: 2.50 - 2.69)
Must fulfill at least TWO of the following criteria:
UM graduate; or
At least Three (3) years teaching experience in a related field; or
Professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
Published in a related field; or
A Scholarship holder; or
A Government servant; or
Pass an interview by PTj; or
Pass a Special Assessment by PTj; or
English Requirements
Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not Applicable; or
Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable