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Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood

The main aims of the program include: • Achieving scientific and professional excellence in the field of early childhood. • Preparing qualified graduates intellectually and professionally in the fields of early childhood, scientific research, and community service to achieve sustainable development.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

The program focuses on the child from all aspects during the pre-school stage. The program grants the graduate students a bachelor's degree after academically, skillfully, and professionally preparing them to work in the child's environment.

Career opportunities

- Kindergartens. - Preschool centers. - Organizations and authorities specializing in childcare.

Program Information

College of Education and Human Development
Department of Early Childhood
Major Early Childhood
Academic degree Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood
Language of instruction Arabic
Duration 4 Years

Program Details

  1. 1. Qualifying professionals with high standards in the field of early childhood.
  2. 2. Preparing specialists capable of employing knowledge and applications in working with children and families.
  3. 3. Training specialists in early childhood to meet the requirements of the job market.
  4. 4. Enabling students to acquire basic skills in conducting studies and scientific research related to early childhood issues.
  5. 5. Equipping students with the ability to utilize technology and communicate effectively with the professional community.5. Equipping students with the ability to utilize technology and communicate effectively with the professional community.
  1. 1- Knowledge and Understanding: The student should be able to:
  2. - Describing educational theories and characteristics of child development in early childhood.
  3. - Reviewing laws related to child safety and rights.
  4. - Identifying appropriate educational methods for dealing with children in early childhood.
  5. 2- Skills: The student should be able to:
  6. - Applying specialized scientific theories and strategies related to the teaching profession in early childhood.
  7. - Evaluating early childhood curricula and activities based on professional standards and research principles.
  8. - Designing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for typical and special needs children.
  9. - Conducting research to advance knowledge in the field of early childhood.
  10. - Using appropriate technology to design learning situations and professional practices in line with the latest developments in early childhood.
  11. 3- Values, Autonomy and Responsibility: The student should be able to:
  12. - Committing to the ethical values and standards associated with the teaching profession in early childhood.
  13. - Communicate effectively with colleagues, early childhood institutions, and the community.
  1. 1. Commitment to Islamic creed, ethical values, awareness of citizenship rights, and responsibility towards serving the community.
  2. 2. Ability to link theoretical knowledge with practical applications in the field of early childhood.
  3. 3. Ability to design, implement, and evaluate appropriate educational activities for children according to different learning strategies in creative ways.
  4. 4. Ability to use and integrate educational technologies in the implementation, evaluation, and documentation of educational practices.
  5. 5. Possess effective communication and partnership skills with the family and local community institutions, and commitment to professional responsibilities towards them.
  6. 6. Possess leadership and decision-making skills.
  7. 7. Ability to solve behavioral and developmental problems of children using modern scientific theories.
  8. 8. Demonstrate a continuous desire for self-professional development and staying updated on the latest developments in the field of early childhood.
  9. 9. Familiarity with skills of dealing with children of different categories and considering individual differences among them.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One EDTEC 130 E- Learning 3 —
Level One ENG 101 English Language (1) 3 —
Level One ENG 102 English Language (2) 3 ENG101OR ENG101-1
Level One MATH 100 Principles of Mathematics 3 —
Level One PSY 141 Developmental Psychology 3 —
Level Two PHS 110 Health and Fitness 2 —
Level Two PSY 110 Thinking and Learning Skills 3 —
Level Two ECE 100 Introduction to Early Childhood 3 —
Level Two ECE 101 Care and Learning in Nursery 2 —
Level Two ECE 102 Art and Movement skills in Early Childhood 3 —
Level Three ECE 203 Teaching aids in Early childhood 2 —
Level Three ECE 210 Family and Community Partnership In Early Childhood 3 —
Level Three ECE 211 Development of Religious and Social Concepts in Early Childhood 3 —
Level Three ECE 220 Children’s Literature 3 —
Level Three ECE 290 Field Experiences in Early Childhood (1) 1 ECE100AND ECE101
Level Three PSY 102 Learning Theories 3 —
Level Four ECE 204 Children's Health and Care 2 —
Level Four ECE 212 Strategies of Teaching in Early Childhood 2 —
Level Four ECE 213 Development of Linguistic Skills in Early Childhood 3 —
Level Four ECE 214 Development of mathematical Concepts in Early Childhood 3 —
Level Four ECE 215 Early childhood Curriculum 3 —
Level Four ECE 291 Field Experiences in Early childhood(2) 1 ECE220AND ( ECE290OR ECE250 )
Level Five ECE 392 Field Experiences in Early Childhood (3) 1 ECE204AND ECE291OR ECE251
Level Five EDTEC 332 Digital Media 3 —
Level Five ECE 305 Specialized Readings in English 2 —
Level Five ECE 315 Development of scientific concepts in Early Childhood 3 —
Level Five ECE 316 childhood Design Early Programs 3 ECE215
Level Five ECE 333 Psychology of Play 3 —
Level Six ECE 317 Management of Early Childhood Learning 2 —
Level Six ECE 330 Assessment in Early Childhood 3 —
Level Six ECE 331 Problems in Early Childhood 2 —
Level Six ECE 393 Field Experiences in Early Childhood(4) 1 ECE392OR ECE352
Level Six SPED 203 Strategies of Inclusion and Early Intervention 3 OR SPED201OR SPED101مOR SPED101T
Level Seven ECE 406 Childhood Organizations and legislation 2 —
Level Seven ECE 432 Children Guidance and Counseling 3 —
Level Seven EDAT 320 Leadership Skills 2 —
Level Seven PSY 262 Research Methods 3 PSY161
Level Seven QURA 211 The Holy Quran 2 —
Level Eight ECE 440 Professional Seminar in Early Childhood 4 ECE432AND PSY262AND ECE406AND QURA211OR QURA100OR QURA100TAND EDAT320
Level Eight ECE 495 Co-op Training 6 ECE432AND PSY262AND ECE406AND QURA211OR QURA100TOR QURA100AND EDAT320

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
Lite 357 - M Children’s Literature 3
Lite 443 - M Literary Theory and Culture 3
Lite 465 - M Literary Adaptation in Films 3
ECE 318 Environmental education for The Child 3
ECE 333 Psychology of Play 3
ECE 407 Management of Early Childhood Institutions 3
ECE 421 Children's Theatre and Drama 3
EDU 272 Child Education in Islam 3
SPED 413 Young Gifted and Talented Students 3
LITE 102-M History of English Literature 2
LITE 151-M Introduction to Literature 3
LITE 262-M Graphic Literature 3
LITE 305-M CREATIVE WRITING 3
LITE 433 - M Theatre and Performan ce 3
Lite 306 -M Script Writing 3
Lite 312 - M Modern Fiction 3
Lite 313-M The Short Story 3
Lite 322 - M Symphony of Modern Verse 3
Lite 332-M Modern Theatre 3

Academic Credits