Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Open Channel / SATU)

Universiti Malaya (UM)

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

4 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Oct

Tuition Fees

RM60,400

Accredited by the ASEAN University Network (AUN-QA Program Assessment)
The programme first established in 1997 to provide education and professional training for those who are interested in being Early Childhood educators
The curriculum developed for this programme comprises of professional knowledge and skills in the field of childcare and early childhood education, including the history and philosophy of early childhood education, safety, health and nutrition for holistic early childhood education
Ranked #56 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027

STPM:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
- Stream: Art and Science Stream
Matriculation / Foundation (Science and Arts Stream):
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
- Stream: Social Science, Science, Accounting, and TESL
STAM:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum of Jayyid Jiddan
- Obtain a minimum of Jayyid in TWO (2) subjects
Diploma / Equivalent :
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
- Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
UM SATU Foundation:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
- Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB):
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
- Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT:
- Malaysian citizen
- Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
- Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects

Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
- obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS; or
- Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)

Philosophy and Current Issues (Local students only)
Malay Language Communication (International students only)
Educational Development in Malaysia
Introduction to Special Education
Art and Craft
Child Development
Program Elective Courses: Choose ONE (1) course only:
- Gifted and Talented Children
- Language Arts Teaching
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
English Communication Course 1
Education and Research
Application of Computer in Instruction
Play and Development
Music and Movement
Reading and Literature for Early Childhood
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4

Basic Entrepreneurship Enculturation
Educational Psychology
Instructional Design
Early Childhood Mathematics
Science for Young Children
Observational and Evaluation Skills
Inclusive Education
English Communication Course 2
Education and Society
Children and Family Intervention
Principles of Children Behavior Management
Reading and Mathematics Methods for Children with Disabilities
Health, Nutrition and Safety
Family, Preschool and Community Smart Partnerships
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4

Research Methods in Early Childhood Education
Program Planning and Teaching Strategy I
Assessment of Learning in Early Childhood Education
Statistics for Early Childhood Education
Digital Audio Technology in Early Childhood Education
Child-rearing Practices in Malaysia
University Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE) Course Cluster 1/2/3/4
Teaching Practice (Nursery)

Co-curriculum
Leadership and Early Childhood Management
Teaching Strategy and Programme Planning II
Policy and Legal Literacy in Early Childhood Education
Industrial Orientation for Special Education
Early Childhood Education Research Project (P1)
Program Elective Courses: Choose ONE (1) only:
- Digital Technology and Innovation in Teaching
- Islamic Child Rearing Practices
Teaching Practice (Kindergarten)
Early Childhood Education Research Project (P2)

University Elective Courses

SHE Cluster I: Thinking Matters: Mind and Intellect
SHE Cluster II: Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body and Soul
SHE Cluster III: Technology/Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: I-Techie
SHE Cluster IV: Global Issues and Community Sustainability: Making The World A Better Place