POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (100% ONLINE)

Taylor's Postgraduate Certificate in Education is a comprehensive online programme that prepares you for a successful teaching career in diverse teaching settings. Whether you aspire to teach in early childhood care, primary, secondary, or tertiary education, this programme provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel.

Through the programme, you will engage in a combination of theoretical study, practical teaching experiences, and reflective practices. This experiential learning approach, complemented by limited intake sizes to ensure quality support in a virtual setting, allows you to develop your teaching abilities in a guided environment and apply your knowledge in the real world.

Note: Taylor's 100% Online Postgraduate Programmes are strictly available for students from countries which endorse Online Learning.

Duration

1-year
Study options

100% Online

An innovatively designed programme that prepares you for a second career option, which meets the demands of today's competitive working environment. The programme is based on specific discipline knowledge which includes Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, English and Early Childhood. 

Taylor's 100% Online Postgraduate Programmes offer busy learners with multiple commitments or international learners the life-changing and career-building opportunity to pursue a Master’s or Postgraduate Certificate qualification at their own pace. These programmes are flexible, practical, and deliver the exceptional quality of education.

Modules

• Professional Practice
• Foundation of Education
• Learning and Assessment

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Choice of Learning Area 1 (Curriculum and Instruction)

Choose 1 from the list

• Curriculum and Instruction in Higher Education
• Curriculum and Instruction in English Language
• Curriculum and Instruction in Social Studies

Choice of Learning Area 2 (Assessing Learning)

Choose 1 from the list

• Assessing Learning in Higher Education
• Assessing Learning in English Language
• Assessing Learning in Social Studies

Choice of Electives

Choose 1 from the list

• Managing Learners and Learning
• Leadership in Schools
• Pedagogy for Online Learning
• Diversity in the Classroom
• Seminar in Education
• Teaching 21st Century Learners

Notes: 

• Students are expected to complete 5 core modules (including 2 learning area modules, 1 professional practice module) and 1 elective module, which will equal to 20 credits. 
• Students are generally allowed to enrol for a maximum 6 credits in an ODL block. However, a student must complete a minimum study period of 0.75 year for this programme. 

FUTURE CAREERS

When you've successfully completed this Postgraduate Certificate in Education (100% Online) programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

• Community education officer
• Early years teacher
• Education administrator
• English as a foreign language teacher
• Further education teacher
• Learning mentor
• Special educational needs teacher
• Teaching assistant
• Careers adviser
• Child psychotherapist
• Counsellor

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Our Postgraduate Certificate in Education programme offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the field of education. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.

Pre-Requisites

• A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
• A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF), who has not achieved CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent, can be accepted subject to a minimum of TWO years working experience in education related fields; or
• Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by Malaysian government as equivalent to the above requirements
• Application via APEL A is allowed. 

For International Student

• IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score)
• The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.

Note:

1. Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.
2. All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university