Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
2.2 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Jan, Jun, Nov
Tuition Fees
RM19,500
Course Highlights
- Gain relevant and up-to-date knowledge and competencies in child psychology, cognitive development, children with special needs, digital technology in early childhood education, health and safety, school, family and community partnership and much more
- The early childhood education simulation room and creative art and play therapy room are among the facilities available in TAR UMT's campus to support your learning
- Upon graduation, you can progress to the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours), at Year 2 entry level, if you wish to obtain a degree in early childhood education
- Over 35,000 students in 6 campuses across Malaysia
Course Structure
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Child Psychology
- Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
- Cognitive Development
- Children with Special Needs
- Early Years Mathematics
- Co-Curriculum Management / Entrepreneurship
- Teaching Science to Young Children
- Early Childhood Curriculum: The Malaysian Perspective
- Observing, Assessing and Guiding Young Children
- Creativity in Early Childhood
- Learning Through Play in Early Childhood Education
- Technology and ICT in Early Childhood Education
- Teaching English to Young Learners
- Spiritual and Moral Development of Young Children
- School, Family and Community Partnership in Early Childhood Education
- Planning, Administering in Early Childhood Education
- Social Studies and Environment for Early Childhood
- Safety, Health and Nutrition for Early Childhood
- Managing Behaviour in Young Children
- Practicum I
- Practicum II
Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:
- Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A/Public Speaking/Drama
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism
- English for Tertiary Studies
- Gym Workout/ Table tennis /Badminton
- Professional English
- Academic English
Entry Requirements
- SPM: 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
- O Level: 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
- UEC: 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
- Certificate: Relevant Certificate accredited by MQA
SPM/O-Level/UEC:
- Students who do not have at least a pass in English Language (SPM/ O Level/ UEC) must attend TAR UMT Essential English Skills course during their first semester in the programme.
Notes:
- a) SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from Year 2013 onwards must have at least a pass in Sejarah.
- b) Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Diploma.
- c) Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- d) Subject to the Ministry of Higher Education’s latest requirements.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM19,500
Total payable amount
RM19,500
Scholarships
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
Kuala Lumpur Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Diploma, Bachelor's Degree