Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours)
(R/143/6/0121) (09/26) (MQA/FA5221)
Course Duration: 3 Years
The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) at Southern University College is a cross-disciplinary programme aiming at providing students with skills, knowledge and attitudes that are essential for a successful, effective and committed early childcare practitioner and early childhood educator. Students learn liberal education including theories of education and pedagogy (the art of teaching).
Core Subjects
• Philosophies and Policies in Early Childhood Education
• Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
• Malaysian Pre-school Curriculum and Childcare Practice
• Early Childhood Development and Growth
• Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
• Creative Art and Craft in Early Childhood Education
• Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
• Safety, Health & Nutrition for the Young Children
• Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
• Technology and Media in Early Childhood Education
• Drama, Creative Movement and Music in Early Childhood Education
• Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
• Malaysian Pre-school Curriculum and Childcare Practice
• Early Childhood Development and Growth
• Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
• Creative Art and Craft in Early Childhood Education
• Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
• Safety, Health & Nutrition for the Young Children
• Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
• Technology and Media in Early Childhood Education
• Drama, Creative Movement and Music in Early Childhood Education
• Science in Early Childhood Education
• Play in Early Childhood Education
• Child Care Curriculum and Practice in Malaysia
• Physical Education in Early Childhood Education
• Research method in Early Childhood Education
• Guidance for Young Children
• Home, School and Community Collaboration in Early Childhood Education
• Children with Special Needs
• Undergraduate Project 1
• Undergraduate Project 2
• Issues in Early Childhood Education
Elective Subjects
• Family and Parenting Counselling
• Health Psychology
• English Proficiency
• Health Psychology
• English Proficiency
Entry Requirements
i. A pass in STPM with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any TWO subjects; OR
ii. A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid; OR
iii. A Certificate in Matriculation or Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00; OR
iv. A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in ECE with at least a CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00; OR
v. A Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM)/Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)/Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM)** in ECE subject to the HEP Senate/Academic Board’s approval. HEPs are required to conduct screening and provide relevant bridging courses; OR
vi. A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in the relevant fields with at least a CGPA of 2.00 out of 4:00; OR
vii. Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government as equivalent to the above requirements.
English Competency Requirement (International Student) : Achieve a grade in the MUET or any English competency test equivalent to a Low B2 in the CEFR.
Career Opportunities
• Early Childhood Educators
• Child Development Consultant
• Early Childhood Education Curriculum Developer
• Family Childcare House Providers
• Early Childhood Trainers
• Child Development Consultant
• Early Childhood Education Curriculum Developer
• Family Childcare House Providers
• Early Childhood Trainers
• Early Childhood Tutor
• Researcher
• Early Childhood Entrepreneurs
• Early Childhood Managers
Other Related Courses
Bachelor in Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Guidance & Counselling)
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