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Course Description

Overview

Is Early Childhood Education for You?

Delve into the fundamental knowledge required for a fulfilling career in Early Childhood Education (ECE). This programme promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the major aspects of a child's physical and mental growth.

Designed to equip graduates for any ECE setting, our Diploma in Early Childhood Education ensures you're ready to create an engaging, safe, and developmentally suitable environment for young learners. Students in this programme are able to practice their teaching skills with complete facilities on campus, including mock classrooms.

Entry Requirement :


Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
Minimum three credits in any subject.
O-Level

Minimum Grade C in 3 subjects.

STPM

Pass with minimum Grade C (GPA2.00) in any subject

STAM
Minimum grade of Maqbul
Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM)
Level 3 in Early Child Care/Preschool and pass SPM with a minimum of one credit in any subject
Certificate (Level 3, MQF)
Certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a Certificate in any field.
English Qualifications
For international students only :

TOEFL         -  500

IELTS           -  5.0

or its equivalent


Programme Highlights

Programme Pathway

Graduates from this programme may also further their studies in our Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood Education programme.


Career Prospect

Our Diploma in Early Childhood Education prepares graduates for roles such as :-

Pre-school teachers 
School teachers
Education consultants


Career Organisation

Graduates can find opportunities in:

Preschool
Primary school
International and private schools
Daycare centres
Consultation centres

Course Structure

Course Structure :


Course Description

The Diploma in Early Childhood Education programme at University of Cyberjaya is structured to allow graduates to apply the necessary knowledge and skills to be able to provide quality teaching to young learners.

Year 1
  • Introduction to Early Childhood Education
  • Development of Malaysian Preschool Curriculum
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Principles of Teaching and Learning in ECE
  • Technology in Early Childhood Education
  • Guiding Children (Observation and Assessment)
  • Arts and Creativity in Early Childhood Education
  • Classroom and Behavioural Management
    (Spiritual and Moral values)
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
  • Learning Disabilities
Year 2

  • Early Mathematics for Children
  • Music Appreciation and Movement in ECE
  • Leadership in ECE
  • Management in Early Childhood Education
  • Early Science for Children
  • Child and Adolescent Development
  • Early Childhood Policies and Services
  • Language and Literacy in ECE
  • The Child, Family and Community Relations in ECE
  • Safety, Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
  • Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education
  • Communication and Persuasion in Early Childhood Education
Year 3

  • Practicum 1 (Nursery)
  • Practicum 2 (Kindergarten)

Course Summary

  • MQA: (MQA/PA16378)
  • Full Time: 2.5 years
  • Full Time Tuition Fees (Domestic): RM 30000.00
  • Full Time Tuition Fees (International) : RM 55000.00

Institution Information

  • Campus: University of Cyberjaya (UoC)
  • Faculty: Psychology & Social Science
  • Course Category: Teaching and Training
  • Application Intake: March July October
  • Area : Cyberjaya Selangor

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About the University/College

  • Institution : University of Cyberjaya (UoC)
  • Location : Cyberjaya Selangor

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