Overview of Master of Education in Teaching And Learning in HELP University Malaysia

About this course

WHAT THIS PROGRAMME BRINGS TO YOU

• Quality teacher training for mid-career professionals and those aiming to further their career in teaching and learning.

• Become a competent and academically qualified teacher to meet the growing demand in the private sector education.

• Be equipped with skills that make teaching and learning efficacious and interesting.

AIMS

• To provide hands-on training and solid academic research experience for teachers in varied educational settings.

• To enhance professional competence, knowledge and students’ career prospect in the discipline based on informed practices and broader view of education.

• To upgrade and update teaching skills and benefit from new developments in teaching and learning while acquiring enquiry skills for continuous professional development.

• To enable teachers to effectively manage curriculum changes and changing needs of learners.

KEY FEATURES

• Approval obtained from MQA (MQA/PA 8168)

• Modular mode

• Programme duration: From 1 ½ years (full time) to 3 years (part time) leading to the HELP Master of Education (Teaching and Learning) degree.

• Graduation requirements: Fulfilment of a minimum of 40 credit hours from the study of ten (10) course modules, which include two elective majors and one teaching subject, and Practicum.

• Credit transfer or subject exemption based on MQA guidelines.

• Interactive, practical, small group teaching with a variety of student experience.

• Peer learning by working with other professional teachers from across the country and different language background.

• Innovative pedagogical practices and integrative methodologies.

• Highly qualified and dedicated academic team with extensive record of service in leading universities in the region, all with strong pedagogy background.

• Good value for money and numerous scholarships and bursaries are available. For details, please contact Ms. Azlina Jamaludin .

CAREER PROSPECT

• Head of Department

• Programme Director

• Academic Advisor

• Curriculum Designer

• College Lecturer

• Tutor

• Administrator

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

• 10 modules, six (6) weeks classes per module, excluding assignments and examinations.

• Face-to-face classes on first, third, and sixth weekends (Saturday & Sunday classes)

• Minimum of one week break between modules- adjusted to fit public holidays if necessary.

• Course Duration: 10 modules X 9 weeks = 90 weeks or ± 2 year

Subjects of Master of Education in Teaching And Learning in HELP University Malaysia

STRUCTURE

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 40 CREDIT HOURS

CORE MODULES (COMPULSORY)

• MEDU 6014 Teacher Education and Contemporary Society
  4 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6024 Curriculum Challenges and Changes
  4 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6034 Instructional Media and Programmes
  4 Credit hours

• MEDU 6044 Assessment (Subject) and Evaluation (Programme)
  4 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6054 People Skills, Group Dynamics and Therapies
  4 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6084 Research Approaches and Methods
  4 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6134 The Project-based Learning Methodology
  4 Credit hours
   

ELECTIVES (CHOOSE ONE)

• MEDU 6063 Innovation and Technology
  3 Credit hours

• MEDU 6073 Theatre Arts and Creativity
  3 Credit hours
   

TEACHING SUBJECTS (CHOOSE ONE)

• MEDU 6093 Language and Literature Studies
  3 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6103 Social Studies and Environment
  3 Credit hours

• MEDU 6113 Social Studies and Environment
  3 Credit hours
   
• MEDU 6123 Physical and Health Education, and Sports
  3 Credit hours
   

PRACTICUM (COMPULSORY – SELECT ONE EDUCATION SETTING)

• MEDU 6146 Practicum and Research Inquiry in Education Settings
  6 Credit hours

Entry Requirements of Master of Education in Teaching And Learning in HELP University Malaysia

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have one of the following entry requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree of a course of study of at least 3 years from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or equivalent, subject to following:
   
• For non-education graduates, a minimum of one year’s teaching experience is required – those with less than one year’s teaching experience are required to attend a bridging programme to prepare them for the MEDU (TL) programme.
   
• Non-degree holders with at least a diploma or STPM may obtain MQA Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) approval for postgrad admission.
   
• For international candidates, English proficiency in terms of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent is requirement for course commencement.