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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Early Childhood Education
About
The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education at UCSI University is designed to provide both academic and practical knowledge to nurture and educate future leaders. This comprehensive programme equips graduates with essential managerial and entrepreneurial skills, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education. With state-of-the-art teaching facilities and experienced faculty, students will explore key areas such as educational psychology, teaching principles, cognitive learning, ethics, and diversity. If you are passionate about shaping young minds and making a difference, this programme prepares you to plan, implement, and manage various roles in the early childhood education sector.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | February, June, October |
| Total estimated cost (local) | S$ 21,853 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | S$ 26,434 |
Subjects
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Early Childhood Edu
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | S$ 21,853 | S$ 26,434 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | S$ 21,853 | S$ 26,434 |
| Estimated cost per year | S$ 7,284 | S$ 8,811 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
- STPM: Passed at least two (2) subjects with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00)
- A-Level: Passed at least two (2) subjects with a minimum Grade D
- UEC: Minimum of five (5) Bs, including English
- Diploma in ECE (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent: Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
- Any qualifications equivalent to Diploma (Level 4, MQF) or Advanced Diploma (Level 5, MQF): Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
- Executive Diploma from University of Malaya (Level 4, MQF) in related fields: Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
- Matriculation: Minimum CGPA of 2.0
- Foundation or its equivalent: Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
- Any qualifications equivalent to STPM/Grade 12: Pass with a minimum overall average of 60%
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Minimum score of 30 points
- Diploma in Psychology: Completed with a minimum CGPA of 2.0/4.0
- Executive Diploma in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 may be used for entry to the Bachelor’s Degree, but credit transfer is NOT permissible.
- Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.
English Language Requirements
For Local Students:
- UEC English Language: Minimum Grade A2
- MUET: Band 3
- IELTS: Band 5.0
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 42
- TOEFL PBT: Minimum score of 500
- SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE: Minimum Grade C
In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students:
- Cambridge Linguaskill: Minimum score of 154
- IELTS: Band 5.0
- Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: Minimum score of 154
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 40
- Pearson Test of English: Minimum score of 47
- MUET: Band 3.5
Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundation of Early Childhood Education
- Teaching, Reading and Writing for Young Children
- Family Community and Professional Support System
- Child Health and Nutrition
- Teaching, Listening and Speaking for Young Children
- Academic English
- Child Protection and Safety in Practice
- Early Childhood Parenting
- Diversity in Early Childhood Education
- Physical Education for Young Children
Year 2
- Social Studies for Young Children
- Mathematics for Young Children
- Science and Technology for Young Children
- Guidance and Counselling for Young Children
- Development and Learning of Young Children
- Observation and Assessment of Young Children
- Research in ECE
- Effective Leadership and Management
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2
Specialisation
- Ethics and Legislation in ECE (Administration and Management)
- Socio-Emotional Development of Young Children (Child Psychology)
- Play and Learning (Performing Arts)
- Early Childhood Curriculum (Administration and Management)
- Young Children Behaviour Management (Child Psychology)
- Music and Drama for Young Children (Performing Arts)
Year 3
- Educational Psychology for Early Childhood Education
- Instructional Design and Delivery
- Early Childhood Teaching Principles
- Dissertation
- Cognitive Planning and Teaching
- Kinder Cooking
- Communication for Professional Purposes
- Practicum 1 (TASKA)
- Practicum 2 (TADIKA)
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 3
Specialisation
- Planning and Organising Early Childhood Care and Education Setting (Administration and Management)
- Learning Disabilities and Special Education Needs (Child Psychology)
- Arts and Craft for Young Children (Performing Arts)