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Diploma in Early Childhood Education
About
Early childhood educators were listed in Malaysia’s Critical Occupations List for 2018/2019, highlighting the growing demand for qualified professionals in this field. Since 2020, holding a diploma in early childhood has become the minimum requirement to work in tadikas or kindergartens across Malaysia, underscoring the importance of proper training for those shaping young minds.
SEGi University offers the Diploma in Early Childhood, a programme meticulously crafted by a team of experts who have previously delivered the esteemed Montessori Diploma on behalf of the Montessori Centre International UK, as well as Australian and British early childhood degrees. The curriculum is regularly reviewed to remain aligned with evolving industry needs.
The academic team at SEGi University has international experience, providing training in countries such as Iran, Korea, Myanmar, Vietnam, and China. Students in the programme benefit from a hands-on learning approach that takes them beyond classroom walls, with practical exposure to early childhood settings starting from the first semester. Assignments are designed to showcase growing competencies in creating impactful early childhood experiences.
Graduates of SEGi University's Diploma in Early Childhood are highly sought after in Malaysia, Singapore, and China. Additionally, diploma holders have the opportunity to advance their studies by entering directly into Year 2 of a degree in early childhood.
Key facts
| Qualification | Diploma |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | January, May, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | RM 25,900 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 25,900 |
Subjects
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Early Childhood Edu
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | RM 25,900 | RM 25,900 |
| Miscellaneous fees | RM 1,100 | RM 25,950 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | RM 27,000 | RM 51,850 |
| Estimated cost per year | RM 9,000 | RM 17,284 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
- SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits
- UEC with 3 credits
- Related SKM Level 3
- Related Certificate or equivalent
- MQA-APEL T4
Curriculum
Year 1:
- Understanding the Child’s Growth & Development
- Effective Learning Spaces for Young Children
- Play & Learning for Young Children
- Physical Education & Health Care for Young Children
- Academic English
- Inclusion in Early Childhood
- Observation & Assessment in Early Childhood
- Curriculum Planning & Development for Young Children
- Creativity for Young Children
- Applied Digital Skills
- Malaysia Studies 2 (Local students)
- Elective 1
- Safety & Well-being for Young Children
- Global Citizenship for Young Children
Year 2:
- Science & Technology for Young Children
- Mathematics in Early Childhood care and Education
- Planning and Organizing Early Childhood Care and Education Settings
- Early Childhood Curriculum Approaches
- Positive Child Guidance
- Practicum 1
- Social Studies in Early Childhood Care and Education
- Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Care and Education
- Partnering with Families & Community
- Management of Early Childhood Settings
Year 3
- Becoming an Early Childhood Professional
- Practicum 2
Matapelajaran Umum (MPU)
- Pengajian Malaysia (Local Bahasa)
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International-Bahasa)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (Bahasa)
- Presentation Skills (English)
- Islamic Studies (Bahasa)
- Moral Studies (English)
- Pengurusan Ko-kurikulum
* By 2020, it is mandatory for all preschool practitioners in Malaysia to hold at least a Diploma in Early Childhood Education.