Diploma in Early Childhood Education
About
About
Early Childhood Education focuses on teaching infants, toddlers, and young children during their formative early years. This stage is critical for developing key cognitive, motor, social, and emotional skills, forming the foundation for future learning. The Diploma in Early Childhood Education is designed for those passionate about nurturing young children's growth and helping shape their early learning experiences. The program equips students with the skills to address early childhood education challenges through innovative, creative, and ethical solutions with a sustainable approach. It aims to cultivate knowledgeable, ethical, and professionally qualified practitioners in the field of Early Childhood Education.
Key facts
QUALIFICATIONPre-U (Foundation, A-level, etc)
STUDY MODEFull-time
DURATION2 years
LOCAL COSTMYR 14,800
FOREIGN COSTMYR 20,795
SUBJECTSEducation and Teaching
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | MYR 29,600 | MYR 41,590 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | MYR 29,600 | MYR 41,590 |
| Estimated cost per year | MYR 14,800 | MYR 20,795 |
Entry Requirements
Any one of these:
SPM / GCE O-Levels: Pass with Minimum 3 Credits in any subject
UEC: Minimum 3 Credits
STPM: Pass with Grade C (GPA 2.0) in any subject
Certificate: Pass
English Entry Requirements:
Local Students:
MUET: Minimum Band 3.0
International Students:
IELTS: Band 5.0
TOEFL: Minimum 40 (IBT) or 7.5 (Essentials-Online)
Cambridge English CAE & CPE (from 2015): Minimum 154
PTE Academic: Minimum 47
SPM / GCE O-Levels: Pass with Minimum 3 Credits in any subject
UEC: Minimum 3 Credits
STPM: Pass with Grade C (GPA 2.0) in any subject
Certificate: Pass
English Entry Requirements:
Local Students:
MUET: Minimum Band 3.0
International Students:
IELTS: Band 5.0
TOEFL: Minimum 40 (IBT) or 7.5 (Essentials-Online)
Cambridge English CAE & CPE (from 2015): Minimum 154
PTE Academic: Minimum 47
Curriculum
YEAR 1
Language and Literary in Early Childhood Education
Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
Science in Early Childhood Education
Planning and Development Early Childhood Education
ICT in Early Childhood Education
Principles of Teaching & Learning in Early Childhood Education
Music and Movement in Early Childhood Education
Guidance in Early Childhood Education
Social Development in Early Childhood Education
Special Needs in Early Childhood Education
Assessment & Observation in Early Childhood Education
Playing as Early Childhood Education Pedagogy
YEAR 2
Child Growth and Development
Health, Safety and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
Arts and Craft in Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education, Philosophy, Theory and Policy
Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
Practicum 1: Childcare Centre
Practicum 2: Preschool / Kindergarten
Spiritual and Moral Studies for Young Children
Educator in Early Childhood Education
Organizing Early Childhood Centre
Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Educators
Family and Community Involvement in Early Childhood Education
MPU Subjects
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian Students)
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International Students)
Personal Development Skills
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Teamwork and Community
Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
*Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for all Malaysian students who:
Do not have a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia.
Did not take SPM Bahasa Malaysia (applicable to students from UEC, O Level, or other equivalent programs).
Language and Literary in Early Childhood Education
Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
Science in Early Childhood Education
Planning and Development Early Childhood Education
ICT in Early Childhood Education
Principles of Teaching & Learning in Early Childhood Education
Music and Movement in Early Childhood Education
Guidance in Early Childhood Education
Social Development in Early Childhood Education
Special Needs in Early Childhood Education
Assessment & Observation in Early Childhood Education
Playing as Early Childhood Education Pedagogy
YEAR 2
Child Growth and Development
Health, Safety and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
Arts and Craft in Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education, Philosophy, Theory and Policy
Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
Practicum 1: Childcare Centre
Practicum 2: Preschool / Kindergarten
Spiritual and Moral Studies for Young Children
Educator in Early Childhood Education
Organizing Early Childhood Centre
Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Educators
Family and Community Involvement in Early Childhood Education
MPU Subjects
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian Students)
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International Students)
Personal Development Skills
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Teamwork and Community
Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
*Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for all Malaysian students who:
Do not have a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia.
Did not take SPM Bahasa Malaysia (applicable to students from UEC, O Level, or other equivalent programs).