Lincoln University
Lincoln University College (LUC) is located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, and has been a distinguished institution since its establishment in 2002 as Lincoln College (LC). Later, in 2011, it was upgraded to Lincoln University College. LUC is renowned as a premier private institution of higher education, approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA- National Accreditation Board). It proudly holds a 5 Star ranking from the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia in 2017 and 2019, a testament to its exceptional quality in education. LUC is also recognized globally, being listed among the top nine Malaysian universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2019 (2021). Additionally, the university is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring a high standard of academic excellence. As an associate member of the ‘Association of Indian Universities (AIU)’, the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) in London, and a member of the ‘International Association of Universities (IAU)’ in Paris, LUC is deeply integrated into the international academic community. At Lincoln University College, our dedicated founders and administrators, who have nearly fifty years of experience in higher education, post-secondary education, and language teaching, are committed to fostering student success. Our institution is student-centered and student-directed, emphasizing the belief that education is a fundamental right that empowers individuals to enhance their lives, advance their careers, and achieve personal success.
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Course Overview
The Bachelor in Early Childhood Education with Honours (ODL) at Lincoln University College is an undergraduate programme designed to prepare professional educators for teaching young children. The programme provides strong foundations in early childhood pedagogy, child development, and teaching strategies, delivered through a flexible Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Program Structure: Developing Early Childhood Educators
The programme consists of core education courses, specialised early childhood modules, practical training, and a final year project. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Year 1 – Educational Foundations
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Developmental Psychology
- Principles of Education
- Academic Communication Skills
- Year 2 – Child Development & Learning
- Early Childhood Development
- Early Childhood Curriculum
- Play-Based Learning
- Educational Technology
- Year 3 – Applied Practice
- Classroom Management in Early Childhood
- Assessment of Young Learners
- Special Education in Early Childhood
- Practicum / Teaching Practice
- Year 4 – Professional Development
- Final Year Project
- Professional Ethics
- Advanced Early Childhood Electives
Entry Requirements
- Academic: Pre-university qualification such as Foundation, A-Level, or equivalent. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- English: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent, or pass internal English placement test. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for professional roles in early childhood education settings. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Preschool Teacher
- Early Childhood Educator
- Childcare Centre Supervisor
- Early Childhood Programme Coordinator
- Child Development Specialist
Program Highlights
- Flexible ODL Mode. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Comprehensive early childhood curriculum. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Strong practical component. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- Pathway to postgraduate studies. :cite:contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
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