Faculty of Education & Liberal Studies
Education & Liberal Studies
- We have partnerships with various top-notch media companies, childcare centres & kindergartens for internship and/or industrial training
- 100% of our Early Childhood Education students received job offers during their industrial training at childcare centres and kindergartens
- Students automatically become a member of the City-U Media Club to build up their soft skill
- Study modules based on current communications and education environment for a wide range of career opportunities in various fields
- Course delivery by our team of highly-qualified and industry-skilled academicians, monitored closely by prominent industry advisors to expose students to new approaches or techniques
Course Brochure
Programmes Offered
Foundation in Arts (Communication)
The Foundation in Arts (Communication) programme is tailored to provide students with a direct route into related degree programmes such as mass communication, corporate communication, journalism and applied psychology. The core communication modules integrated in the programme shall equip the students with strong theoretical foundation and improve their communication skills that is essential to develop strong and positive self-
concept in order for them to excel academically and professionally. In addition to that, the programme also aims to strengthen English proficiency among its students with its comprehensive English modules.
Duration of Study
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Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed SPM / SPMV with five (5) credits including English Language subject ; OR
- Passed GCE O-Levels with five (5) credits including English ; OR
- Passed UEC with average grade B in three (3) subjects including English ; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Foundation in Arts (English)
The Foundation in Arts (English) programme is tailored to provide students with a direct route into CityU’s Bachelor
of Education in TESL (Hons). The core English modules integrated in the programme shall equip the students with strong theoretical foundation for them to excel in their degree programme. In addition to that, the programme also aims to strengthen English proficiency among its students with its comprehensive English modules.
Duration of Study
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Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed SPM / SPMV with five (5) credits including English ; OR
- Passed GCE O-Levels with five (5) credits including English ; OR
- Passed UEC with average grade B in three (3) subjects including English ; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Diploma in Corporate Communication
The programme aims to equip learners with foundational knowledge and vocational skills that will prepare them to be employed in the middle level in the corporate communication industries and to continue their studies at a higher level.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Public Relations Officer , Corporate Communication Executive, Media Relations Specialist, Event Management Coordinator
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- A pass in SPM or its equivalent, with a minimum of 3 credits in any subject,including English;
OR - A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject and a credit in English at SPM or its equivalent;
OR - A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul and a credit in English at SPM or its equivalent;
OR - A pass in SKM level 3 and pass SPM with a credit in English;
- A Certificate or its equivalent and a credit in English at SPM or its equivalent;
OR - A Certificate in Media and Communication or its equivalent.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- ***For International students, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 OR its equivalent is needed. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme. This is normally conducted through an assessment process.
Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Emphasising the core values and skills required in the early childhood curriculum, this programme enables learners to design, implement and evaluate appropriate learning experiences for early childhood settings.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Preschool Educators, Childcare Educators, Educational Assistant, Entrepreneurs
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed SPM / SPMV with at least credit in 3 subjects; or
- Passed the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with at least Grade B in 3 subjects; or
- Passed GCE O Level with at least a full pass in 3 subjects; or
- Passed Level 3 Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) in relevant field; and
- Passed SPM with at least one credit in 1 subject; and
- Has gone through consolidation program (if necessary); or
- Passed certificates in related fields (level 3 MOH) with at least CGPA 2.0; or
- Passed the STPM with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in 1 subject; or
- Passed STAM (Maqbul rank); or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For international students:
An English Exam as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 5.0 OR equivalent is required.
Diploma in Mass Communication
To provide learners with both pedagogical and technical skills needed to focus in using electronic media in Mass Communication whilst incorporating the fundamental theories of mass communication field.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Journalist, Advertising Executive, Public Relations Officer, Event Management Specialist, Producer
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed SPM or equivalent, with at least 3 credits in any subject, including English; or
- Passed the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) or equivalent, with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any subject and credit in English at the SPM level or equivalent; or
- Passed the Malaysian Higher Certificate of Religion (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul and credit in English at SPM level or equivalent; or
- Passed SKM Level 3 and pass SPM with credit in English; or
- Certificate or equivalent and get credit in English at the SPM level or its equivalent; or
- Certificates in Media and Communication or equivalent
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The English credit terms at the SPM level for candidates (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) may be exempted if the qualifications comprise English subjects and their achievement equivalent / more than the credit requirements of the subject at the SPM level.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For International Students: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 5.0 OR equivalent is required
Bachelor of Applied Psychology (Hons)
"The Bachelor Of Applied Psychology(Hons) is an interdisciplinary program planned to develop students who can integrate different psychological theories, contemporary research, and practice in a multicultural world nowadays.
The program provide the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained in lectures and readings to research in different community-based experiences. The program prepares students to contribute to society through social and community engagement, counseling, human development, and leadership."
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Social Work / Trainer, Management Consultant, Human Resources Officer, Careers Advisory, Education Counsellor, Health Promotion / Caring Professional; Advertising Specialist, Media Professional
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed STPM or equivalent to getting at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in 2 subjects; and
- Honors in Mathematics and Science subjects and pass English at the SPM level; or
- Passed STAM (rank of Jayyid); and
- Honors in Mathematics and Science subjects and pass English at the SPM level; or
- Passed A Level or equivalent with a full pass in two (2) subjects and obtained C grade in Mathematics and Science at O-Level level; or
- Passed the Matriculation i / Foundation or equivalent to a minimum CGPA of 2.00 from 4.00; and
- Honors in Mathematics and Science subjects and pass English at the SPM level; or
- A Diploma or equivalent to a minimum CGPA of 2.00 from 4.00; and
- Honors in Mathematics and Science subjects and pass English at the SPM level; or
- Passed South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) / New South Wales Higher School Certificate with an average of at least 60%; or
- Passed Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average of at least 55%; or
- Passed International Baccalaureate (IB) with a minimum of 24; or
- A Diploma in Psychology with minimum CGPA of 2.00 from 4.00; or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Note: The Mathematics and Science credit requirements and graduating from English at the SPM level for candidates (i), (iv) and (v) may be exempted if the qualifications comprise Mathematics, Science and English subjects and their equivalent / at the SPM level.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For international students: IELTS 5.0 / CEFR B1 or equivalent TOEFL PBT (410-413) or TOEFL IBT (34) or CAE (160) (Cambridge English: Advance) / CEFR B2 or CPE (180) (Cambridge English: Proficiency) / CEFR C1 or PTE (Pearson Test of English) (36) or MUET (Malaysian University English Test) (Band 3)
Bachelor of Communication (Hons) Corporate Communication
Through a carefully designed, research-based curriculum, the programme provides learners with thorough knowledge of the strategic role of communication in contemporary organizations. The programme offers professional and academic competencies needed in managing international corporate communications, engaging in corporate strategy work, and managing internal and external stakeholder relations.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Corporate Communication Executive, Media Relations Manager, Director of Communications, Event Manager, Public Relations Specialist
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed STPM or equivalent, with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any two subjects and credits in English at the SPM level or equivalent; or
- Passed Matriculation / equivalent or equivalent, at least CGPA 2.00 and credit in English at SPM or equivalent or
- Passed STAM (Jayyid rank) and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; or
- A Diploma or equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; or
- Media and Communication Diploma or its equivalent; or
- International Baccalaurate (IB) with a minimum score of 24; or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Note: The English credit terms at the SPM level for candidates (i), (ii), (iii), and (iv) may be exempted if the qualifications comprise English subjects and their achievement equivalent / more than the credit requirements of the subject at the point of SPM.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For International Students:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 5.0 OR equivalent is required.
Bachelor of Communication (Hons) in Mass Communication
This programme provides opportunities for learners to specialize in an area that aligns with their future career. Graduate degrees are often interdisciplinary but also encourage learners to independently research an area of mass communications and media studies that peaks their interest and advances their career.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Production Team (Broadcasting), Reporter (Newspaper, Magazine, Online Portals), Public Relations Officer, Advertising / Media Account Executive, Branding Executive, Digital Media Executive, Cameraman, Photographer, Scriptwriter, Campaign / Project Manager
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed STPM or equivalent, with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any two subjects and credits in English at the SPM level or equivalent; or
- Passed Matriculation / equivalent or equivalent, at least CGPA 2.00 and credit in English at SPM or equivalent or
- Passed STAM (Jayyid rank) and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; or
- A Diploma or equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; or
- Media and Communication Diploma or its equivalent; or
- International Baccalaurate (IB) with minimum average 24 points; or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Note: The English credit terms at the SPM level for candidates (i), (ii), (iii), and (iv) may be exempted if the qualifications comprise English subjects and their achievement equivalent / more than the credit requirements of the subject at the point of SPM.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For International Students:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 5.0 OR equivalent is required.
Bachelor of Communication (Hons) Journalism
To provide high-performing undergraduate learners with the opportunity to undertake advanced academic study and to develop key messages and writing news releases in a dynamic manner and skills necessary to become media practitioners and more informed media consumers. Potential journalist will learn the Impact of different news and their consequences on society. Taking up this degree can help learners develop persuasive and creative skills as well as strengthen their capability for critical and analytical thinking, while upholding professional standards.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Reporter, Newspaper Journalist, Broadcast Journalist, Host, Press Secretary for Minister, Media Relations Executive, Content Writer, Copywriter, Scriptwriter, Novelist
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed STPM or equivalent, with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any two subjects and credits in English at the SPM level or equivalent; or
- Passed Matriculation / equivalent or equivalent, at least CGPA 2.00 and credit in English at the SPM level or equivalent; or
- A Diploma or equivalent, with at least CGPA 2.00 and credit in English at SPM level or equivalent; or
- Passed STAM (Jayyid rank) and credit in English at SPM level or its equivalent; or
- Passed International Baccalaureate (IB) with a minimum score of 24; or
- Passed Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average score of 50%; or
- Passed the South Australian Matriculation (SAM), with TER 70; or
- Passed Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT), Au with a minimum score of 50%; or
- Passed New South Wales: Higher School Certificate (HSC) (Yr 12), Au with a minimum score of 50%; or
- A Diploma in Media and Communication or its equivalent; or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Note: The English credit terms at the SPM level for candidates (i), (ii), (iii), and (iv) may be exempted if the qualifications comprise English subjects and their achievement equivalent / more than the credit requirements of the subject at the point of SPM.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For International Students:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 5.0 OR equivalent is required.
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) Honours
The programme aim at the Bachelor’s degree level is to equip learners with knowledge, skills and competencies to enable them to be professional early childhood educators so as to provide quality early child care and education which encompasses both formal and informal education and care of the child from birth to six years old.
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Career Prospects
Teacher - Private and International, Group Supervisor, Pre-school Management Consultancy, Education Administrator, etc.
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed STPM with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in two (2) subjects, or
- Passed STAM (Jayyid rank), or
- Passed UEC with at least Grade B in 5 subjects; or
- A Diploma / Executive Diploma (Level 4 MOH) with at least CGPA2.00, or,
- Passed Advance Diploma (Level 5 MOH) with at least CGPA 2.00; or
- Passed Foundation / Matriculation Certificate of Higher Education Ministry, Pre-University with at least CGPA 2.00, or
- Passed the Soulth Australian Matriculation (SAM) / Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) / Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a minimum of 50% in five (5)
- Passed A-Level with at least a pass in three (3) subjects, or
- Passed the Canadian Pre-University Program (CPU) with an average of 50%, or
- Passed International Baccalaureate (IB) with minimum scores of 24, or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For international students:
The English Language Exam as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 500 OR International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 5.0 OR equivalent is required
Bachelor of Education (Hons) in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
The programme aims to produce eloquent professionals in English who are well-versed with issues in TESL, exposed to the most effective current methods and technologies in the field of Second Language Acquisition (SLA), and to produce graduates with leadership skills and a committed sense of social responsibility. The graduates are also exposed to linguistics, literature and pedagogy as well as a foreign language such as Mandarin or French. A compulsory practicum in government aided schools around Petaling Jaya is required in order to graduate
Duration of Study
Credit Hours
Career Prospect
Government, private and International school language educators, English Language Community Education Officer, Education Administrator, Learning Mentor, English Language Curriculum Specialist Writer, English Language Teaching Coach, Literary Critique, English Columnist, Subject Matter Expert
Subjects Offered
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Entry Requirement
- Passed STPM / A-Level with full pass in 2 subjects with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
- Passed the Matriculation / Foundation Program Certificate in the relevant field from any recognized PPT with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
- A Diploma from PPT accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education or Government of Malaysia with a CGPA of at least 2.00; or
- Passed International Baccalaureate (IB) with a minimum score of 24; or
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian government. AND earn B in English subject at Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level.
Additional Requirement for International Students - English
- For international students: IELTS 7.0 / CEFR B1 or equivalent TOEFL PBT (590) or TOEFL IBT (79) or CAE (160) (Cambridge English: Advance) / CEFR B2 or CPE (180) (Cambridge English: Proficiency) / CEFR C1 or PTE (Pearson Test of English) (65) or MUET (Malaysian University English Test) (Band 4)
Master of Education
Foundations, and Liberal Studies, City University is aimed at providing an in-depth professional knowledge and skills in the field of education or training for teachers, educators and trainers in schools, higher education or any learning organizations in the core areas of philosophy, sociology, management, curriculum and instruction, psychology, instructional technology and evaluation.
Duration of Study
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Subjects Offered
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Year 2 semester 1 Specialization - Teaching English as a Second Language
Specialization - Educational Management and Leadership
Specialization - Instructional Design and Technology
Specialization - Instructional Educational Psychology
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Specialization - Educational Assesment and Evaluation
Specialization - Early Childhood Education
Specialization - Sociology of Education
Research Project ( in area of specialization)
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Entry Requirement
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Bachelor’s Degree in Education of other educational fields with CGPA 2.50 and above.as accepted by the HEP’s Senate; OR
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CGPA 2.00 - 2.50 with 5 years of working experience in relevant field.
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Candidates who do not possess Degree in Education must undergo and pass with at least a B in History and the Philosophy of Education, Sociology of Education and Psychology of Education.
PhD of Education
(N/142/8/0042) (MQA/PA 9556) 02/2026
The PhD in Education is designed to meet the needs of educators in various positions. Our core mission in the PhD is to produce scholars who are able to use research to improve the education field. The programme prepares you to become a researcher in the area you are passionate about, guided by the goal of having a transformative impact on education research, policy, and practice.
Duration of Study
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Entry Requirement
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A Master's Degree, as accepted by the Senate; OR
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Other qualifications equivalent to a Master's Degree, as accepted by the Senate
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For international students, IELTS & TOEFL equivalent is required
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