Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) (Hons)
Bachelor Degree
9 Semesters / 3 Years
Up to 100% PTPTN
From
RM 45,000.00 Total Tuition Fee
Price listed above is applicable to local students only
Why this course
The Bachelor in Early Childhood Education programme aims to provide professional development opportunities for prospective preschool teachers to possess a degree qualification. Specifically, the programme equips students with the knowledge, skills and competencies for them to work in industries that involve children such as preschools, Child Care & development centres, children enrichment centres, children play centres, theme parks and so on.
At UNITAR, apart from physical learning in the lecture hall or online learning, students are also given the opportunity to do activities in the simulation room which provides real experience of early childhood education. Through this course, students will be assessed on a value based project that will include fieldwork in groups or individually, to give students real-life experiences in the early childhood education industry and also through final examinations.
Price listed above is applicable to local students only
- Strong Industry partners and project partnerships through various collaborations
- A Special Needs course powered by Toddler Town to enhance students' early childhood education skills and knowledge in dealing with children with learning disabilities.
- Industry-relevant curriculum and teaching pedagogies that meet the demands of the ECE industry
CONVENTIONAL:
(R2/0112/6/0018) (04/29) (MQA/FA 1746)
Course information
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Pass in STPM or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects; OR
- Pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Jayyid; OR
- Pass UEC with a minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects; OR
- Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; OR
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent, with at least a CGPA of 2.00; OR
- Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in any field or its equivalent, with at least a CGPA of 2.00; OR
- Pass Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 in Early Childhood Education, subject to Senate approval, and MUST attend bridging courses; OR
- Pass DKM / DLKM / DVM with at least CGPA 2.00 and have at least two (2) years of work experience in the relevant field, and MUST attend bridging courses; OR
- Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government; OR
- Entry requirements for admission into the Bachelor’s program (Level 6, MQF) through APEL A. Applicants must be/have:
a) A Malaysian citizen; and
b) More than 21 years of age in the year of application; and
c) Relevant work experience / prior experiential learning; and
d) Pass the APEL Assessment.
Updated based on Programme Standard: Early Childhood Education, 2nd Edition (2025)
English Requirements (Local Students)
Exempted from University English Courses:
a) Distinction in SPM / SPMV English; OR
b) MUET Band 4, 5, or 6; OR
c) Pass in English Course at a previous institution.
Required to take English Preparatory 2:
a) Credit in SPM / SPMV English; OR
b) MUET Band 1, 2, or 3.
Required to take both English Preparatory 1 and 2:
a) No credit in SPM / SPMV English.
English Requirements (International Students)
a) Achieve a grade in the MUET or any English competency test equivalent to a Low B2 in the CEFR.
Course Structure
Programme Core Modules
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education- Foundation Education
- Learning Environment for Young Children- Foundation Education
- Psychosociology for Social Sciences-Foundation Education
- Social and Emotion of Young Children-Foundation Education
- Family and Community in Early Childhood-Discipline Core
- Approaches in Early Childhood Education-Foundation Education
- Health and Safety for Young Children-Discipline Core
- Managing Child Behavior-Discipline Core
- Workplace English-Programme Core
- Assessment in Early Childhood Education-Discipline Core
- Management and Administration Early Childhood Education (pre-requisite CSZB2103)-Discipline Core
- Teacher Professional Development-Foundation Education
- Language and Literacy for Young Children (pre-requisite CSZB2103)-Discipline Core
- Technology for Early Childhood Education- Foundation Education
- Statistics in Social Sciences-Foundation Education
- Science for Young Children-Discipline Core
- Research Methodology-Foundation Education
- Physical Development of Young Children-Discipline Core
- Creative Writing for Young Children-Disciploine Core
- Mathematics for Young Children-Discipline Core
- Creative Movement for Young Children- Discipline Core
- Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education-Discipline Core
Elective Discipline Core Modules
- Children Media and Communication
- Art and Craft for Young Children
- Nutrition for Young Children
- Childrens Toy and Play
- Music for Young Children
- Folklore and Modern Storytelling-Elective
- Puppetry in Early Childhood Education-Elective
- Creative Drama in Early Childhood Education-Elective
- Project Paper in Early Childhood Education
University Core Modules
- English for Academic Purposes
- Design Thinking/ Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Entrepreneurship
- Recreational Event Planning
MPU Modules
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa/Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (Int)
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Philosophy and Current Issues (Int)
Professional Practice
- Teaching Practicum
Areas of Study
- Early Childhood Education Management
- Managing Children’s Development
- Managing Children’s Activities
Career Prospects
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Children’s Performing Arts Teacher
- Children’s Events Manager
- Private School Teacher
- Curriculum Developer
- Entrepreneur
Programme Learning Outcome
The Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) of this programme is to prepare graduates who are able to:
- Manage through the principles and methods of teaching and learning for children of varying ages.
- Managing children’s development up to preschool age and adult’s role in creating a stimulating environment.
- Managing children’s activities through children creativity development, resources and teaching methods, including design of play classrooms and safety protocol.
- Manage child behaviour Within the childcare setting, using effective strategies involving the environment and adult/child interaction.
- Entrepreneurship requirements Including laws and regulations as well as marketing and finances to manage a business effectively.
