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MASTER OF SPECIAL EDUCATION


Programme Overview

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)

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

International

RM29,300

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

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.
  • Master's Degree Qualification: N/A
  • Equivalent Qualification: N/A
  • Related Fields: Special Needs, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work
  • Special Requirements:


    • Applicants with a Bachelor's Degree (Non-Education) (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