Diploma in Early Childhood Education

KPT/JPS(FA 8438)07/22

The Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) program under the Faculty of Social Science, Arts and Humanities is designed to give students academic and technical skills in broad areas. In recent decades, studies have shown that early childhood education is critical in preparing children to enter and succeed in the grade school, diminishing their risk of social-emotional mental health problems and increasing their self-sufficiency as adults.

Entry Requirements :

Entry Requirements :

Passed the Certificate of Education Malaysia (SPM) with at least three credits in the course or equivalent; Or
Passed the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) with at least a C grade (CGPA 2.0) in any subject or equivalent; OR
Passed the Malaysian Higher Certificate of Religion (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul; OR
Pass the Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) (Level 3 MOH) in Early Childhood / Preschool and passed Education SPM with at least one (1) credit in any subject; OR
Pass the Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Level 3 MOH) or equivalent; OR
Other recognized qualifications equivalent to it by the Government of Malaysia.

English Requirements :
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.