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With the Early childhood education (ECE) degree, you will be a professional educator for preschoolers. You will learn how to develop children’s creative, physical, intellectual and social capabilities through a range of innovative strategies.
The curriculum is designed to develop children’s cognitive, social and motor skills and making the children kindergarten ready. By educating yourself on child development, psychology and social and cultural context of education, you will gain a solid understanding on holistic and play-based learning.
For whom:
Duration: 04 Years
Academic Progression
Master of Education (MEd) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Key Features:
Entry Qualifications:
At least three simple passes (S) at the G.C.E. A/L Examination (Sri Lanka) in any subject stream or an equivalent qualification obtained from a recognized institution approved by the MOHE .
Year-wise Curriculum
Year 1: (SLQF Level 3) – Core Modules
Philosophical Perspectives on Early
Language Development in Early Childhood Education
Science for Young Children
Literacy – Language Studies (English)
Development of Mathematical Skills in Early Years
Year 3: (SLQF Level 5) – Core Modules
Elective Modules
Career Opportunities
Administrative positions in early childhood and primary education sectors (Sectional head, Vice Principal, Principal, and the jobs in Education Administrative service), curriculum developers In-service Advisors at ECE and Primary Level
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Medium
English