M.Ed - Early Childhood Education

Pursuing a Master of Education (Early Childhood Education) degree offers students the chance to specialize in child development and learning theory, tailored for trained teachers holding a bachelor’s degree. This advanced program equips educators with the skills to innovate and implement effective preschool curriculum and classroom management strategies. Throughout the course, participants engage in qualitative research, exploring factors influencing children’s emotional, social, and intellectual growth during their early years.

Considering an online Master’s in Early Childhood Education (ECE)? UNITAR's program stands out in Malaysia for several reasons:

1. Comprehensive Curriculum: UNITAR’s program offers a well-structured curriculum designed to enhance students’ knowledge and professional practice in ECE. The curriculum covers five core areas crucial for preschool educators: child development, curriculum design, administration, family and community involvement, and professional development.

2. Experienced Lecturers: The program is taught by experienced academic staff who bring both industry and academic expertise to the table, ensuring students receive relevant and up-to-date training to tackle contemporary challenges in education.

3. Flexible Learning: UNITAR's Master of Education (Early Childhood Education) is offered online, allowing candidates to study at their own pace and convenience, whether they opt for full-time or part-time enrollment.

4. Quality Online Learning: UNITAR has been awarded a prestigious QS 5-star rating for its online education, ensuring students receive high-quality remote learning experiences. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for working professionals balancing their careers with further education.

5. Entry Admission via APEL: Applicants with relevant prior learning experiences can apply for entry via the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL), potentially reducing both the duration and costs of their studies. This master’s degree opens doors to advanced professional opportunities beyond classroom teaching, including leadership and consulting roles in the field of preschool education.

Embark on your journey towards advancing preschool education with UNITAR's Master of Education (Early Childhood Education) – Online!

• Programme Entry Requirements

  You must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for entry to the UNITAR Master’s Programme:

• A Bachelor’s Degree Education in Early Childhood (Hons) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the UNITAR Senate; OR​
• A Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the UNITAR Senate AND must have three (3) years working experience in Early Childhood field; OR ​
• A Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by University’s Senate AND Diploma in Early Childhood Education / must have four (4) years working experience in Early Childhood fields; OR ​
• A Bachelor’s Degree not meeting CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent, as accepted by UNITAR Senate can be accepted subject to five (5) years working experience in Early Childhood fields and rigorous internal assessment; OR​

• Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (v).

  Language Requirements

  International Students

• Minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS; OR
• Minimum score of 60 for TOEFL; OR
• Its equivalent.

Programme Core Modules

• Educational Research Methodology
• Project Paper

Early Childhood Education

• Modification of Learning Materials for Young Children
• Young Children Assessment
• Policies and Programmes in Early Childhood Education
• Theories and Practices in Early Childhood Education
• Child Growth and Development
• Family and Community Relation Childhood Education
• Analyses and Design of Curriculum for Young Children

Electives Courses

• Online Facilitation and Storytelling OR
• Innovations in Educational Change OR
• Psychology of Learning and Instructions OR
• Philosophical Ideas in Education