Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) (Hons)

  Institution: Taylor’s University

This programme instills sound practical and professional knowledge, skills and predispositions of primary school teaching based on a philosophical, theoretical and conceptual understanding of primary education.

Students are equipped with moral, ethical and political dimensions of the teaching profession, enabling them to transform their classroom practices to suit economic, social and technological changes. Students are also able to critically reflect on their own practice and learn autonomously to develop both professionally and personally.

Through this programme, students will be able to introduce innovative ideas and inspire children to learn; communicate and interact effectively with children; and express ideas clearly as well as exhibit thoughtful and exemplary leadership. Ultimately, our graduates are groomed to make positive changes in the lives of children and in the community.

Holistic Curriculum

• Exposure to both Malaysian Primary School Standard- Based Curriculum (KSSR) and the National Curriculum of England and Wales through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) equips students for teaching practice in private and international schools.
• Students specialise in English, Mathematics and Science, providing students with a holistic and well-rounded education.

Management and Leadership

• Exposure to developing a school curriculum, through the Curriculum Development module.
• Exposure to the concept of holistic education in primary schools through modules such as Leading & Managing Primary Schools, and Contemporary Issues in Education, enables students to become competent and thoughtful leaders.

Building Reflective Teachers

• Cultivation of innovative approaches towards problemsolving, ideas generation, management of resources and inspiring learning in children.
• Awareness of different learning styles and diversity in a classroom, as well as the ability to apply their knowledge to educate others, through modules such as Reflective Practice, and Classroom-based Research Methods.
• Exposure to different teaching methods used in different modules, as well as the ability to inter-relate different core modules to provide a more holistic education, through modules such as Instructional Design and Managing Co-Curriculum in Primary Schools.

Dynamic School Placements

• Unique school placement system and hands-on experience of primary classroom within the school division of Taylor’s Education Group.
• 8-week School Orientation & Teaching Assistance in Year 2 provides students in-depth experience and opportunity to get acquainted with the school culture.
• 12-week Teaching Practice in Year 3 enables students to teach lessons, as well as apply various theories and strategies in a real classroom.

Entry Requirements:

• Taylor’s Foundation in Design (FID): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): B-C+C+ with min. CGPA 2.44
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Min. 5Bs including Mathematics, English, and Science
• A Levels: Pass with min. Grade C in 2 subjects
• South Australian Matriculation (SAM): ATAR 65
• Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 65% in 6 subjects
• International Baccalaureate (IB): Min. 26 points in 6 subjects
• Other Qualifications: Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

English Requirements:

• IELTS: Band 6.0
• TOEFL : 79 (Internet Based Test)
• MUET: Band 4
• UEC English: B4
• O Level: Grade C
• 1119 (GCE-O): Grade B

Interview:

• All eligible candidates are reqiured to attend an interview.

Further Studies:

• Upon completion of the degree, students can seek employment or further their studies into Masters of Teaching and Learning.

Career Options

• Primary School Teacher
• Special Education Needs Teacher
• Educational Institution Administrator
• Educational Researcher
• Tutor
• Learning Mentor
• School Administrator
• Academic Librarian
• Consultant
• Corporate Trainer

Source: Taylor’s University