Bachelor of Education (Honours)
UNIRAZAK ( Universiti Tun Abdul Razak) · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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A bachelor’s degree in education can prepare you for a wide range of jobs and careers. At UNIRAZAK, this programme helps students build the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in education-related roles, including teaching and education support careers.
The programme emphasises teacher/instructor-led preparation in areas such as Mathematics, Science, Communication Skills, and English as a Second Language. It also uses technology-enabled learning approaches, including interaction through video conferencing and online community tools as part of coursework.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Philosophy, History & Policy of Education
- Sociology in Education
- Pedagogy in Education
- Research Methodology in Education
- Technology in Education
- Learner and Learning
- Spirituality in Education
- Testing & Evaluation in Education
- Curriculum and Approaches to Instruction
- Cognitive Psychology & Other Related Sciences in Education
- Project Paper in Education
- Micro Teaching
- Elective courses (Choose any FIVE)
- Internship Professional Practice (Professional Practice)
- Majoring Subject 1
- Majoring Subject 2
- Majoring Subject 3
- Majoring Subject 4
Curriculum
127 credit hours total for Bachelor of Education (Honours), organised across 9 semesters, including MPU/university courses, education foundation courses, discipline core courses with majoring subjects, electives, and Professional Practice in the final year.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | MPU and Education Foundation courses | Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban | 3 | 18 |
| Falsafah dan isu Semasa | 3 | |||
| Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi II | 3 | |||
| Media and Society | 3 | |||
| Interpersonal and Communication Skills | 3 | |||
| Philosophy, History & Policy of Education | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Education Foundation courses | Sociology in Education | 3 | 18 |
| Pedagogy in Education | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology in Education | 3 | |||
| Technology in Education | 3 | |||
| Management & Leadership in Education | 3 | |||
| Learner and Learning | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | Discipline core courses | Spirituality in Education | 3 | 18 |
| Testing & Evaluation in Education | 3 | |||
| Curriculum and Approaches to Instruction | 3 | |||
| Cognitive Psychology & Other Related Sciences in Education | 3 | |||
| Micro Teaching | 3 | |||
| Majoring Subject 1 | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | Discipline core and majoring subject progression | Majoring Subject 2 | 3 | 18 |
| Majoring Subject 3 | 3 | |||
| Majoring Subject 4 | 3 | |||
| Majoring Subject 5 | 3 | |||
| Majoring Subject 6 | 3 | |||
| Majoring Subject 7 | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 | Project paper and majoring subject progression | Project Paper in Education | 3 | 18 |
| Majoring Subject 8 | 3 | |||
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 3 | |||
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 3 | |||
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 3 | |||
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 3 | |||
| Semester 6 | Electives | Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 4 | 16 |
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 4 | |||
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 4 | |||
| Elective course (chosen from the programme elective list) | 4 | |||
| Semester 7 | Final-year professional preparation | University elective or related minor course (as applicable) | 3 | 18 |
| University elective or related minor course (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University elective or related minor course (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University elective or related minor course (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University elective or related minor course (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University elective or related minor course (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| Semester 8 | Teaching practice preparation | University course / education practicum preparation (as applicable) | 3 | 18 |
| University course / education practicum preparation (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University course / education practicum preparation (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University course / education practicum preparation (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University course / education practicum preparation (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| University course / education practicum preparation (as applicable) | 3 | |||
| Semester 9 | Professional Practice / internship | Professional Practice | 14 | 14 |
| Total | MPU & university courses, education foundation courses, discipline core courses (including majoring subjects), elective courses, and Professional Practice | 127 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You prepare for teaching jobs through education foundation and discipline core courses, including areas such as pedagogy, learner learning, and curriculum and approaches to instruction.
- You gain assessment and learning design capability through Testing & Evaluation in Education and Curriculum and Approaches to Instruction, supporting you to become a confident classroom practitioner.
- You build classroom delivery skills via Micro Teaching, helping you strengthen practical teaching readiness before your Professional Practice.
- You can pursue careers beyond traditional classrooms, including adult education and training roles in corporate environments or the non-profit sector.
- You develop education technology and communication skills through Technology in Education and programme activities using online community features, supporting modern teaching and learning contexts.
- You can explore roles like English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Teacher, Tuition Instructor, Learning Mentor/Motivator, and Education Administrator after graduation.
Employability rate
Employability and unemployment percentages for Bachelor of Education (Honours) graduates in Malaysia are not published on the UNIRAZAK programme page for this course, so a verified, official rate cannot be stated here.
You should treat this programme as career-oriented for education roles and related training and administration pathways, and confirm current local hiring indicators with UNIRAZAK’s Education Counsellor or career support.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification or diploma/advanced diploma equivalent | For international applicants, UNIRAZAK accepts internationally recognised qualifications recognised by MQA/Malaysian Government. These include International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, as well as other equivalent qualifications accepted for entry. |
| English credit requirement (at school level or equivalent) | Along with the relevant international qualification, international applicants must also have credit in English at SPM level or any equivalent qualification, as stated for international entry. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet UNIRAZAK’s published English language requirement for this Bachelor of Education (Honours). The accepted options include IELTS, TOEFL, First Cambridge English (FCE), MUET, or other equivalent English qualifications recognised for admission.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
International students applying from abroad should be ready to show proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses as required by Malaysian immigration and visa processing. UNIRAZAK’s international admissions guidance and the student pass process may require specific evidence of funds before approval.
- Proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses as required for international student pass processing in Malaysia
- Any additional financial document evidence requested by UNIRAZAK during international applicant screening
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | July 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review eligibility for international entry
Check that your foreign qualification matches the international entry options listed by UNIRAZAK for the Bachelor of Education (Honours). Confirm you can meet the English requirement option you plan to use, including the validity period stated for test scores. If anything is unclear, prepare copies of your qualifications and test results before you apply.
Prepare your application documents
Gather your passport, academic certificates, and transcripts needed to support your foreign qualification. Ensure your English test result or recognised English qualification evidence is available and within the stated validity period. Make sure documents are ready for upload in the format required by the admissions process.
Submit your international application
Complete the university application submission for the selected intake through UNIRAZAK’s official application process. Upload the required supporting documents and provide accurate details for your qualification and English evidence. Submit before the published deadline for the intake you choose.