Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Program Details

Introduction

The aim of this programme is to produce graduates for pre-schools and early childhood institutes to meet the country’s demand for highly qualified and trained early childhood teachers. The programme is designed to develop participants’ knowledge, skills, capabilities and attitudes in early childhood teaching.

Entry Requirement

Entry Criteria

2 passes in A Level/HSC
(At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSC pass is considered C and above)

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field

OR

Attainment of Level 4 Foundation Study Programme approved for the specific Diploma programme.

Program Structure

MODULES

YEAR 1

1. Introduction to Early Childhood Education

2. Cognitive Development

3. Assessment in Early Childhood Programmes

4. Social Skills and Moral Development

5. Mathematics in Early Childhood Education

6. Science in Early Childhood Education

7. Language and Literacy for Early Childhood

8. Teaching Practicum I Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood) will be awarded by Villa College at the completion of the first year.

YEAR 2

1. Early Childhood Education Curriculum

2. Maldivian Culture and Language in Time

3. English Language for Teachers

4. Islamic Studies

5. ICT Skills for Teaching and Learning

6. Research Methods I

7. Play in Early Childhood Education

8. Inclusive Early Childhood Education

YEAR 3

1. Creative Movement and Physical Development

2. Quality Environment in Early Childhood Education

3. Introduction to Art and Craft

4. Research Methods III

5. Childhood Literature

6. Safety, Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education

7. Teaching Practicum II

8. Planning and Administering Early Childhood Programmes

Program Fees

Intake: January / May / September Course Fee: MVR 3,450 per month (MVR 2,008 per month under the government free degree scheme)