Dean's Office
Welcome to the Kulliyyah of Education!
On behalf of the faculty and staff, I extend a warm welcome to the Kulliyyah of Education webpage. Whether you are a prospective student, a dedicated educator, a passionate researcher, or simply interested in the field of education, we are excited to share our unique vision and commitment for learning and teaching with you.
At the Kulliyyah of Education, we are committed to nurturing highly competent and ethical educators who are equipped to meet the challenges of a dynamic and diverse world while contributing to the holistic development of individuals and societies. We believe in fostering a vibrant intellectual and spiritual community where critical thinking, innovation, and a commitment to ethics and social justice are paramount. Our research initiatives and community engagement activities are guided by the philosophy of uniting revelation and reason, aiming to contribute meaningfully to educational discourse globally.
We offer three distinct programs: the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), the Master of Education (M.Ed), and the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Education. Our B.Ed program provides a comprehensive undergraduate education for aspiring teachers, covering a wide range of subjects including curriculum development, pedagogy, and educational psychology. The M.Ed program caters to experienced educators seeking to deepen their knowledge and specialize in areas such as educational leadership, special education, and TESL. For those passionate about research and advancing the field of education, our Ph.D program offers opportunities for in-depth study and original contributions to knowledge.
We invite you to explore our webpage to learn more about our programs, faculty, research initiatives, and community engagement activities. Discover the diverse range of opportunities available at the Kulliyyah of Education and how we can help you achieve your academic and professional goals. We are confident that you will find a stimulating and supportive environment that fosters intellectual growth and personal development.
Once again, welcome! We encourage you to contact us with any questions you may have and look forward to welcoming you to our Kulliyyah.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suhailah binti Hussien
Dean, Kulliyyah of Education
The Kulliyyah of Education (KOED), IIUM offers a unique experience of an Islamic, integrated and international programme with an emphasis on comprehensive excellence. It provides up-to-date educational facilities – microteaching studio, computer laboratories, spacious classrooms, a well equipped library and excellent research facilities. The Kulliyyah comprises prominent scholars in various fields of specialization. Besides offering excellent academic programmes, the Kulliyyah also has specialized centres to complement it.
The Kulliyyah was established as a Department of Education on July 16, 1987. It was set up to assist in meeting Malaysia’s need for graduate teachers. It offered the Diploma in Education programme to prepare teachers to teach in secondary schools. The programme began with 113 pioneer students directly under the charge of the Deputy Rector (Development). It offered the following subject specializations:
- Islamic Education
- Arabic Language
- Malay Language
- Commerce and Entrepreneurship, and
- English Language
In 1989, in response to the need expressed by the Ministry of Education, a Board of Studies comprising members of the University’s Department of Education and relevant authorities in the Ministry of Education proposed that a Master of Education programme be established providing
concentrations in five areas, namely:
- The Teaching of Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers
- The Teaching of Islamic Education
- The Teaching of Quranic Education
- Educational Administration, and
- Guidance and Counseling
In May 1997, the Department began offering a limited Bachelor of Education Programme in Arabic Language and Literature to upgrade the knowledge and skills of teachers from the Ministry of Education’s Special Diploma Programme (KDPK). The Doctoral (Ph.D) Programme in Education was approved by the Ministry of Education in 1999.
There are two centres in the Kulliyyah. The Centre for Teaching and Learning was set up in 2005 to assist the Kulliyyah in offering services in the areas of training, education and human resource development. The Centre for Teaching Thinking was established in 2006 to enhance meaningful learning and critical, creative and ethical thinking skills among teachers and students.
In July 2012, four departments were established in the Kulliyyah. They are the Department of Social Foundations and Educational Leadership, Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, and the Department of Language and Literacy.
The objective of the Kulliyyah of Education is to develop and refine the Islamic concept, theory, practice, and system of education which is capable of producing successive generations of Muslims who not only serve Allah faithfully and are committed to follow His guidance in all aspects of their life, but are also knowledgeable and skillful so as to bring benefits and avoid harm to themselves, mankind and the universe.
Specifically, through its programmes and activities of teaching, research and publication, the Kulliyyah of Education aims to produce all levels of professionals in education who are endowed with the following characteristics:
- Proactive, critical, creative and innovative.
- Subscribe in total submission to the command of Allah.
- Committed to follow Allah’s guidance in all aspects of their lives
- Knowledgeable and skillful in applying various educational principles, techniques and technology.
- Able to carry out and are totally committed to the mission of developing and nurturing Islamic personality in their students.
Nurul 'Ain bt Mohemed Noor
Senior Assistant Director
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Farhanah bt Zainuddin
Office Secretary
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Rohayati bt. Zakaria
Administrative Assistant
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Nor Arifah bt. Abidin
Asst. Administrative Officer
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Muhammad Naim b. Ab. Rahman
Assistant Engineer
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Mohd. Lukman b. Muda
Assistant Science Officer
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