Program Overview
The Education at International Islamic University of Malaysia is a MEd programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 11,137 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Teaching of Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers
- Teaching of Islamic Education
- Educational Management and Leadership
- Counseling
- Educational Psychology
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Social Foundations of Education
- Instructional Technology
- Teaching Thinking
- Teaching English as a Second Language
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates with the following qualifications are eligible for entry into the Master of Education programme:
- A Bachelor Degree with Honours (minimum 120 credit hours) in relevant areas from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) or an equivalent degree from a recognized university; and has obtained a Diploma in Education in relevant areas from IIUM or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
- English and/or Arabic language proficiency where relevant:
- A TOEFL score of 550/IELTS of band 6.0, or a score of 6.0 on the IIUM administered English Placement Test (EPT).
- A score of 7.0 on the IIUM administered Arabic Placement Test (APT).
- A candidate possessing equivalent qualifications in relevant areas acceptable to the Institute but does not have a Diploma in Education or an equivalent level of training in Education is required to complete an additional 9 credit hours of Diploma level Foundation Courses. These courses are regarded as Special Requirement Courses.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have had at least two (2) years experience as full time teachers in the relevant subject areas in schools or institutions of similar status.
- Special consideration will be given to candidates who have excellent academic qualifications or relevant experiences.
The general academic requirements for admission into the Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) are as follows:
- Degree in any TESL/TESOL/TEFL or related area or equivalent degree from any recognized university.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
English language proficiency:
- A TOEFL score of 600, IELTS of Band 7.0, or a score of 7.0 points on the IIUM administered English Placement Test (EPT).
- Candidates who do not have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree but have more than five (5) years experience in teaching English may be considered.
- A candidate possessing equivalent qualifications in relevant areas acceptable to the Institute but does not have a Diploma in Education or an equivalent level of training in Education is required to complete an additional 9 credit hours of Diploma level Foundation Courses. These courses are regarded as Special Requirement Courses.
- First degree from English medium programmes
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,137 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,137 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact International Islamic University of Malaysia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About International Islamic University of Malaysia
International Islamic University of Malaysia
Gombak, Malaysia
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) is a public university in Malaysia. Headquartered in Gombak, Selangor, IIUM has six other campuses all over Malaysia: two medical-centric...
University Profile- Start Date September 2024
- Language English
- Duration 24 months