Bachelor of Education (Hons)
Bachelor Degree
9 Semesters / 3 Years
Up to 100% PTPTN
From
RM 1,250.00per
month
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RM 45,000.00 total tuition fee
Price listed above is applicable to local students only
Why this course
Price listed above is applicable to local students only
Have a passion for teaching primary and secondary school students? UNITAR’s Bachelor of Education (Hons) is aimed at providing future teachers and trainees with the knowledge and experiences, practical skills, accountability, ethical practice and adaptability to the various demands of the education industry.
The programme is designed for students to specialise in Mathematics, Teaching English as Second Language (TESL), Bahasa Melayu, or Special Needs. With our Bachelor of Education (Hons), it will prepare you for the teaching profession and other education-related fields.
Browsing for bachelor of education courses in Malaysia? At UNITAR International University, we offer bachelor’s degrees in education tailored to not only provide the qualification to carry out a formal education but also to build confidence and familiarity in the student before graduation.
We are also offering a Dual-Degree programme in Education (TESL) with UPSI where you can obtain TWO degrees/certifications under ONE programme.
UNITAR’s Bachelor of Education qualification will provide you with immersion in real word projects which will help you gain hands-on exposure. In addition, you will be provided with opportunities to undergo internships and practical experiences with industry players and gain unparalled insights into the focus areas of your choice.
- What Can I Major In?
Our Bachelor of Education (Hons) offers four majors – Bahasa Melayu, Teaching English as Second Language (TESL), Mathematics and Special Needs.
In between, there are programme core modules, university core modules and general studies department modules (MPU) to complete together with the course syllabus in your selected major. For example, the “Classroom and Behavioral Management” subject from the programme core module will equip aspiring educators with the relevant skills to create systems that support positive behaviour in a classroom when delivering a lesson.
- Teaching Practicum
Apply what you’ve learned into practice during the teaching practicum. This period is specially allocated for candidates to gain exposure in a real teaching environment. Upon completion, you can be assured that this experience will add value to your resume. In fact, UNITAR’s bachelor of education graduates have received employment opportunities for practicum in public, private and international schools in Malaysia namely, Tenby, APS, Fairview and Hibiscus.
- Other Education Career Prospects
Apart from teaching in a school, you can also choose to be a freelance subject teacher or language instructor for private tutoring. If you prefer a non-teaching career path, why not venture into education management which leads to becoming a principal or education registrar? Consider also the career path of an education entrepreneur, where you can be a book writer, operations and management officer at education centres or work in the sales and marketing department of the education institution.
- QS 5-Star Rating & ASIC Accreditation
UNITAR is awarded by the QS World University Rankings for 5-Star Rating in Teaching, Employability, Inclusiveness, Online Education and Accounting and Finance. Furthermore, we have also been accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) for learning and teaching as well as course delivery, student welfare, management and staff resources, premises health and safety, to name a few.
Having all these qualities, we believe students at UNITAR will get the most out of their higher education experience to get ahead in the education industry.
- Convenient Entry Requirements for Working Professionals
For individuals who are currently working but do not possess any tertiary qualification to enrol for a bachelor’s programme, fret not! UNITAR is a certified APEL Assessment Centre that allows candidates to apply for bachelor of education courses using their work experience!
Accelerate your future at UNITAR International University with one of our bachelor’s degree courses in education below.
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Course information
Entry Requirements
Programme Entry Requirements
- A pass in STPM or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects; OR
- A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid; OR
- A Diploma or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; OR
- Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00.
Entry requirements for admission into the Bachelor’s program (level 6, MQF) through APEL A. Applicants must be / have:
1. A Malaysian citizen; and
2. The candidate should be more than 21 years of age in the year of application;
3. Relevant work experience / prior experiential learning; and
4. Pass the APEL Assessment
Language Requirements
International students
- Minimum score of 5.0 for IELTS OR
- Minimum score of 40 for TOEFL iBT OR its equivalent.
Local students
- Exempted from University English Courses:
- Distinction in SPM / SPMV English
- MUET Band 4, 5 and 6
- A Pass in English Course at a previous institution
- Required to take English Preparatory 2:
- Credit in SPM / SPMV English
- MUET Band 1, 2 and 3
- Required to take both English Preparatory 1 and 2:
- No credit in SPM / SPMV English
Course Structure
Core Modules
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills for Social Sciences
- Foundations of Education
- Management and Leadership in Education
- Sociology in Education
- Educational Technology
- Curriculum Development
- Psychology of Learning
- Entrepreneurship
- Pedagogy in Education
- Statistics in Social Sciences
- Counseling in Education Counselling
- Introduction to Assessment in Education
- Learning Design
- Classroom and Behavioral Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Introduction to Learning Disabilities
- Teacher Parent Communication
- Classroom Research Method
- Teaching Practicum
- Project Paper in Education
University Core Modules
- English for Academic Purposes
- Critical Thinking
MPU Modules
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa / Philosophy and Current Issues (Int)
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (Int)
- Design Thinking / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Entrepreneurship
- Recreational Event Planning
Major (TESL)
- Introduction to Language and Linguistics
- Morphology and Syntax
English Phonetics and Phonology - Language and Teaching Methodology
- Teaching, Reading and Writing
- Teaching, Listening and Speaking
- The Teaching and Appreciation of Literature
- Language and Theatre
- Materials Design and Selection
- Introduction to Sociolinguistics
- Introduction to Psycholinguistics
Major (Mathematics)
- Discrete Mathematics
- Pre-Calculus Numerical Method
- Calculus
- Introduction to Linear Algebra
- Modern Algebra
- Modern Geometrics
- Introduction to Statistical Analysis
- Perspective in Mathematics
- Pedagogy in Mathematics
Major (Bahasa Melayu)
- Sejarah Perkembangan Bahasa Melayu
- Pengajaran Nahu Bahasa Melayu
- Kaedah Mengajar Bahasa Melayu
- Kesusasteraan dalam PengajaranBahasa Melayu
- Linguistik dalam Pendidikan Bahasa Melayu
- Pengajaran Kemahiran Mengarang
- Pengajaran Kemahiran Membaca
- Kemahiran Berkomunikasi dalamBahasa Melayu
- Kreativiti dan Inovasi dalam Pengajaran
Bahasa Melayu - Drama dalam Pengajaran Bahasa Melayu
- Aplikasi Teknologi dalam Pengajaran Bahasa Melayu
Major (Special Needs)
- Introduction to Special Education
- Behaviour Management with Learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Education for Learners with Specific Learning Difficulties (SLPD)
- Curriculum and Instructional Assessment for Learners with Learning Dissabilities
- Visual Arts and Creative Movements in Special Education
- Functional Skills for Learners with Learning Disabilities
- Assistive Technology in Special Education
- Essentials of Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assessment and Intervention
- Post-Secondary Transition for Learners with Learning Disabilities
Areas of Study
- Teaching Pedagogy
- Education Planning
- Management & Leadership
Career Prospects
- International / Private School Teacher
- Language Instructor
- Education Management (Principal, Registrar, Sales)
- Education Entrepreneur (Book Writers, Operate And Manage Education Centres)
Programme Learning Outcome
The Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) of this programme is to prepare graduates who are able to:
- Developing skills in the methods of teaching and managing different. learning approaches.
- Developing effective interpersonal communication and persuasive skills.
- Includes outcome-based learning through curriculum design and development.
- Problem-solving skills for effective research, writing and preparations of presentations.
- Improving Educators’ effectiveness in guidance roles and issue resolution.
