About Higher Diploma In Advanced Studies In The Early Years in MCAST

This course of studies is one of the most sought-after within this Institute. It is highly popular among prospective candidates because it provides ample opportunities to find employment at the end of the two-year programme.
The study-units are designed in such a manner to provide a strong link between theoretical concepts and hands-on practice during internship. Lectures focus on guiding the undergraduates how to make learning for young children stimulating and fun, in a safe and healthy environment.
Upon completion of this programme, the undergraduates may proceed to the final year of the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) within the Faculty of Education, University of Malta, subject to fulfilling a number of requirements relating to proficiency in Maltese and English language.

MCAST Advanced Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and SEC/O-Level passes in Mathematics, English and Maltese
or
2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes
Compulsory A-level or I-level: 2 subjects from Mathematics, English, Maltese.
Applicants need to be in possession of a pass at SEC/O-Level in the subject that is not presented at A-level or I-level.

MCAST  Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

MCAST English Language Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language but providing English language test results. The minimum test scores required are: