Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) (Hons)

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In line with the government’s initiative to upgrade the quality of teachers in primary schools, the Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) is designed with the following objectives:

  • To produce graduates who have wide education knowledge and skills to function as effective teachers, education officers or college lecturers specialising in primary education
  • To produce primary school education leaders who are capable of making decisions, planning and carrying out duties that are entrusted on them effectively.

The programme curriculum focuses on core education knowledge, subject content knowledge and pedagogical skills that enable the graduates:

  • To identify the learning needs of the primary school pupils
  • To plan and implement learning and teaching activities, including assessment, effectively
  • To carry out other duties and responsibilities efficiently as required of an educator

The Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) is especially suited for teachers, school principals, college lecturers and other education personnel who wish to equip themselves with up-to-date knowledge and specialized skills for continuous personal improvement as well as career enhancement in their profession as a primary school educator.

NOTE

The Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) is open to non-teachers. However, applicants are reminded that during the course of their studies, they are required to do school-based assignments and also to undergo practicum at school.

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*This programme is not available for International intake

Assoc. Prof. Teh Lai Ling
Programme Director

Tel (Office) :
603 7801 3960

Email :
teh_lailing@oum.edu.my

Fees

Malaysian Learner Fees
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Sem 1 RM 1,719 RM 1,528 RM 1,719 RM 1,719 RM 1,719
Sem 2 RM 1,719 RM 2,101 RM 1,719 RM 2,292 –
Sem 3 RM 1,528 RM 1,719 RM 1,719 RM 1,719 –
Total RM 22,920

* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.

* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.

Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens

The University offers 50% discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
The discounts are not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.

Note
Processing fee: RM30

Financial options: Payment Mode:
EPF (Account 2); or JomPAY
Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; or Internet Banking
HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); or Debit/Credit Card.
International Learner Fees
*This programme is not available for International intake

* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
**LATEST UPDATE: 30 August 2022

Entry Requirements

Normal Entry

i. Posses SPM/MCE/SPMV/SPMVM with a credit in Bahasa Malaysia; AND
ii. Pass STPM or equivalent, with minimum of 2 Principals; or
iii. Teaching Certificate from teacher training college; or
iv. Pass Matriculation/Foundation/Asasi with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
v. Pass Diploma recognised by the Malaysian Government with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 in related field.

PEO & PLO

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
This programme aims to produce graduates that are:

PEO 1: To produce Education Practitioners who have broad knowledge with practical skills capable of using appropriate numerical techniques and digital technologies in the educational settings.

PEO 2: To produce Education Practitioners who lead with accountability, communicate and interact with internal and external stakeholders when working in various educational settings.

PEO 3: To produce Education Practitioners who uphold professional and ethical practices in all educational settings.

PEO 4: To produce Education Practitioners with positive attitude, entrepreneurial mind set and sustainable practices in enhancing their career.
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

PLO MQF LO
PLO 1: Analyse broad areas of knowledge on the structure, content and methodology in education, to address the challenges of a dynamic curriculum. 1. Knowledge and
Understanding
PLO 2: Demonstrate practical skills in using current teaching techniques, including the use of digital technology in different educational settings. 3. Practical Skills
6. Digital Skills
PLO 3: Integrate analytical and numerical skills in analysing and solving complex problems related to teaching practices and organisational performance. 2. Cognitive Skills
7. Numeracy Skills
PLO 4: Demonstrate leadership with responsibility and autonomy in all educational setting. 8. Leadership,
Autonomy and
Responsibility
PLO 5: Contribute with commitment either individually or through team work with good communication and interpersonal skills in delivering educational services
to stakeholders.		 4. Interpersonal Skills
5. Communication
Skills
PLO 6: Uphold professionalism and ethics to fulfil professional teaching standards at all times. 11. Ethics and
Professionalism
PLO 7: Exhibit positive attitude and commitment to life-long learning with entrepreneurial mind-set in response to the changing world of education and for career
progression.		 9. Personal Skills
10. Entrepreneurial
Skills

Program Structure

Component Course Name Credit Hour
MPU Courses Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia 1 3
Falsafah Dan Isu Semasa 2 2
Community Service 2
Penghayatan Etika Dan Peradaban 2 2
Entrepreneurship 2 3
University Courses Learning Skills for 21st Century 3
English for Written Communication 3
English for Oral Communication 3
Core Courses Seni dalam Pendidikan 3
Psikologi Pendidikan 3
Pengenalan kepada Bimbingan & Kaunseling 3
Teknologi Maklumat dalam Pendidikan 3
Prinsip Teknologi Pengajaran 3
Pengukuran dan Penilaian dalam Pendidikan 3
Masyarakat dan Tamadun 3
Pendidikan Inklusif 3
Praktikum 9
Major Courses 12 kursus major 36
Minor Courses 1 5 Minor Courses 15
Minor Courses 2 5 Minor Courses 15
Jumlah Kredit 120

BIDANG MAJOR

1. CHINESE LANGUAGE

1 PENGENALAN PENDIDIKAN BAHASA CINA
2 FONETIK DAN FONOLOGI BAHASA CINA
3 PEDAGOGI BAHASA CINA SEKOLAH RENDAH
4 TATABAHASA BAHASA CINA MODEN I
5 TATABAHASA BAHASA CINA MODEN II
6 KESUSASTERAAN BAHASA CINA I (PUISI)
7 PEDAGOGI BAHASA CINA SEKOLAH MENENGAH
8 TATABAHASA BAHASA CINA KUNO
9 KESUSASTERAAN BAHASA CINA II (PUISI CI)
10 KESUSASTERAAN BAHASA CINA III (PROSA)
11 KESUSASTERAAN BAHASA CINA IV (DRAMA DAN FIKSYEN)
12 KESUSASTERAAN BAHASA CINA V (MODEN)

2. MATHEMATICS

1 INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
2 TEACHING OF PRE-SCHOOL MATHEMATICS
3 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART I
4 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART II
5 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART III
6 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART IV
7 TEACHING OF LOWER SECONDARY MATHEMATICS PART I
8 TEACHING OF LOWER SECONDARY MATHEMATICS PART II
9 TEACHING OF LOWER SECONDARY MATHEMATICS PART III
10 TEACHING OF UPPER SECONDARY MATHEMATICS PART I
11 TEACHING OF UPPER SECONDARY MATHEMATICS PART II
12 TEACHING OF UPPER SECONDARY MATHEMATICS PART III

3. SCIENCE

1 TEACHING AND LEARNING OF SCIENCE
2 BIOLOGY I : BASICS OF LIFE
3 CHEMISTRY I
4 TOOLS OF LEARNING OF SCIENCE
5 BIOLOGY II : CONTINUITY OF LIFE
6 CHEMISTRY II
7 SCHOOLS SCIENCE CURRICULUM
8 PLANNING AND ASSESSING SCIENCE TEACHING & LEARNING
9 PHYSICS I
10 EARTH & SPACE
11 PHYSICS II
12 MANAGEMENT OF TEACHING RESOURCES AND SCIENCE LABORATORY

4. MALAY LANGUAGE

1 PENGENALAN PENDIDIKAN BAHASA MELAYU
2 FONETIK DAN FONOLOGI BAHASA MELAYU
3 MORFOLOGI DAN SINTAKSIS BAHASA MELAYU
4 PEMBESTARIAN PEMBELAJARAN DAN PENGAJARAN BAHASA MELAYU
5 PENGAJARAN KOMSAS DALAM BAHASA MELAYU
6 TATABAHASA DALAM PENGAJARAN BAHASA MELAYU
7 PSIKOLINGUISTIK & SEMANTIK
8 LINGUISTIK & SOSIOLINGUISTIK
9 SEJARAH PERKEMBANGAN BAHASA MELAYU
10 KESUSASTERAAN MELAYU
11 KURIKULUM DAN PERKAEDAHAN DALAM PENGAJARAN BAHASA MELAYU
12 KOMPETENSI DALAM BAHASA MELAYU

5. PENDIDIKAN ISLAM

1 KAEDAH PENGAJARAN PENDIDIKAN ISLAM
2 PENDIDIKAN AL-QURAN & AL-SUNNAH
3 PENGAJIAN ASUHAN TILAWAH AL-QURAN I
4 PENGAJIAN ULUM SYARI’AH : AQIDAH
5 FIQH I
6 FIQH II
7 ADAB & AKHLAK ISLAMIAH I
8 PENGAJIAN JAWI & KHAT
9 PENGAJIAN SIRAH RASULLULLAH S.A.W
10 PENGAJIAN ASUHAN TILAWAH AL-QURAN II
11 ADAB & AKHLAK ISLAMIAH II
12 PENGAJIAN ASUHAN TILAWAH AL-QURAN III

BIDANG MINOR

1. CHINESE LANGUAGE

1 PENGENALAN PENDIDIKAN BAHASA CINA
2 FONETIK DAN FONOLOGI BAHASA CINA
3 PEDAGOGI BAHASA CINA SEKOLAH RENDAH
4 TATABAHASA BAHASA CINA MODEN I
5 TATABAHASA BAHASA CINA MODEN II

2. MATHEMATIC

1 INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
2 TEACHING OF PRE-SCHOOL MATHEMATICS
3 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART I
4 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART II
5 TEACHING OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS PART III

3. SCIENCE

1 TEACHING AND LEARNING OF SCIENCE
2 BIOLOGY I : BASICS OF LIFE
3 CHEMISTRY I
4 TOOLS OF LEARNING OF SCIENCE
5 BIOLOGY II : CONTINUITY OF LIFE

4. MUSIC EDUCATION

1 PENGENALAN PENDIDIKAN MUZIK
2 PENGAJARAN MUZIK I
3 PENGAJARAN MUZIK II
4 PENGAJARAN MUZIK III
5 PENGAJARAN MUZIK IV

5. LIVING SKILLS

1 PENGENALAN KEMAHIRAN HIDUP
2 PERNIAGAAN DAN KEUSAHAWANAN
3 TEKNOLOGI RUMAH TANGGA
4 HORTIKULTUR
5 PENGURUSAN LANDSKAP

6. MALAY LANGUAGE

1 PENGENALAN PENDIDIKAN BAHASA MELAYU
2 FONETIK DAN FONOLOGI BAHASA MELAYU
3 MORFOLOGI DAN SINTAKSIS BAHASA MELAYU
4 PEMBESTARIAN PEMBELAJARAN DAN PENGAJARAN BAHASA MELAYU
5 PENGAJARAN KOMSAS DALAM BAHASA MELAYU.

7. HEALTH EDUCATION

1 PENGENALAN PENDIDIKAN JASMANI
2 PEDAGOGI PENDIDIKAN KESIHATAN
3 PROGRAM BERSEPADU SEKOLAH SIHAT
4 KESIHATAN DIRI DAN KELUARGA
5 GAYA HIDUP SIHAT

8. TAMIL LANGUAGE

1 PENGENALAN BAHASA TAMIL
2 TATABAHASA BAHASA TAMIL I
3 KESUSASTERAAN TAMIL I
4 TATABAHASA BAHASA TAMIL II
5 PENGAYAAN BAHASA TAMIL I

FAQs

  1. What is BTPE?
    BTPE is a Bachelor of Teaching focused on primary education program fully accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
  2. What is BTPE entry requirement?
    Your certificate must be recognised by Malaysian government
  3. How long is the BTPE study duration?
    It is a 4 years and 3 months programme which consists of 13 semesters.
  4. When is BTPE intake?
    January or May or September intake.
  5. How much is BTPE fees?
    Refer to the OUM portal. The fees will subject to OUM policy. You will get 20% discount for early registration. In addition, you are not required to pay by semester. Further, each semester you can pay partial payment but you need to settle it before the examination in each semester.
  6. BTPE structure
    Refer to OUM portal.
  7. How many BTPE credit hours?
    120 credit hours
  8. Any APEL offered in BTPE?
    None
  9. What about BTPE course assessment?
    Most of the courses required students to do coursework (60%) and final examination (40%). Some courses are 100% by course work.
  10. How does the courses in BTPE conducted?
    It is a blended learning (face to face tutorials, online or e-tutorial learning support and self-managed learning)
  11. Who arrange students placement for practicum?
    Students need to identify their own schools or any teaching institutions.
  12. What is the duration of my practicum?
    One semester (two to three months)
  13. Do I have to appoint my teaching supervisor?
    No. OUM will appoint your supervisor.
  14. Who can I contact to join BTPE?
    Assoc. Prof. Teh Lai Ling
    Programme Director
    Bachelor of Teaching (primary Education)
    Faculty of Education
    603 7801 3960
    teh_lailing@oum.edu.my

Fees

RM22,920.00
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