Overview
Early childhood education is a diverse field that espouses pertinent academic and practical knowledge to nurture and to educate children to be leaders of tomorrow. At UCSI, the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education is specifically curated to advance study into this area....
The programme incorporates sufficient managerial and entrepreneurial skills to enable graduates develop a greater level of understanding on the importance of early childhood education. As you complete this programme, you will be equipped with the essential skillset to excel in the early childhood education.
With the unique and unparalleled teaching facilities coupled with experienced academics at UCSI, students can expect to explore distinctive viewpoints that revolves around educational psychology, teaching principles, cognitive learning, ethics and the diversity in early childhood education, among others.
If caring for the young and shaping their train of thoughts is your raison d'etre, then consider this programme as you learn to plan, implement and manage various portfolios in the field of early childhood.
Academic Requirements
STPM
A pass in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GPA 2.0) in any two (2) subjects
STAM
A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid
A-Level
A minimum of Grade D in any two (2) subjects in A-Level
UEC
A pass with a minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
A minimum score of 30
Matriculation
A certificate in Matriculation
UCSI Foundation in Arts/Diploma/Advance Diploma/Degree or equivalent
A certificate in Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.0
Diploma in Media and Communication/Diploma in Psychology/Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
A minimum CGPA of 2.0
A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in ECE
A minimum CGPA of 2.0
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;
A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in the relevant fields
A minimum CGPA of 2.0
Australian Year 12 AUSMAT/SACE/SAM/TEE/WACE/NTCE/New South Wales High School Certificate
A minimum mark of 60% in five (5) subjects, or a minimum ATAR score of 65
Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government
Admission: Case-by-case basis
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
UEC English Language
A Minimum Grade of A2MUET
Band 3IELTS Academic
Band 5.0TOEFL iBT
A Minimum Score of 42TOEFL PBT
A minimum Score of 500SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
A Minimum Grade of 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
IELTS Academic
Band 5.5Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154TOEFL IBT
40Pearson Test of English
47MUET
Band 3CEFR
Low B2- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score.
- 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
- 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)
- 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)
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban) - Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa) - Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Effective Speaking
- Effective Writing
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3) - Effective Speaking
- Effective Writing
- Teacher
- Education Administrator
- Education Specialist
- Childcare Worker
- Social and Community Service Managers
- Elementary School Principal
- Early Childhood Educator (Nurseries/Kindergarten/Preschools/TASKA/TADIKA);
- Early Childhood/Children’s Events Organiser;
- Early Childhood/Children’s Events Promoter;
- Early Childhood Teaching & Learning Materials/Products Promoter & Sales Person;
- Early Childhood/Children Broadcaster & Entertainer;
- Early Childhood/Children’s Book Writer;
- Content Developer for Early Childhood Curriculum & Programme;
- Early Childhood Care and Education Centre Owner/Operator/Manager; and
- Early Childhood Care and Education Centre Franchiser.
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 73,190
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 95,603
Note:
- This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
- In accordance with the Malaysian government tax regulation, effective 1st July 2025, a 6% service tax will be imposed on non-Malaysian citizens.
