Preschool Education

 Preschool Education

  The Preschool Education programme provides students with comprehensive pedagogical knowledge and practical skills in
  the all-round development of children aged 3 to 7 years, the formation of their intellectual, physical, emotional, and
   social competencies, and their full preparation for school. The curriculum incorporates the best achievements of
  international preschool methodologies such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and STEAM.

  Programme Objectives

  To train highly qualified preschool education specialists with a creative approach, capable of deeply understanding
  the developmental characteristics of children and creating modern psycho-pedagogical conditions for their well-rounded
   growth.

  Core Subjects:

  • Theory and Methodology of Preschool Pedagogy
  • Child Psychology and Developmental Psychology
  • Physiology and Hygiene of Preschool-Aged Children
  • Methodology of Speech Development and Early Literacy
  • Methodology of Mathematical Concept Formation
  • Methodologies of Visual Arts, Music, and Physical Education
  • Fundamentals of Inclusive Preschool Education
  • Modern Methodologies: Montessori, Reggio Emilia, STEAM Education

  Skills Acquired:

  • Planning and conducting activities tailored to children's developmental stages
  • Teaching through play and developing children's creative abilities
  • Observing, assessing child development and designing individualised programmes
  • Engaging in effective pedagogical communication with parents and families
  • Assessing and developing the psychological readiness for school

  Career Opportunities

  Graduates can work as educators and methodologists in public and private kindergartens, directors of preschool
  institutions, teachers in private development centres, specialists in children's studios and Montessori centres,
  preschool education specialists in regional education departments, researchers in scientific institutes, as well as
  found their own kindergartens or child development centres.

  Duration: 3 years (Bachelor) | Mode of study: Full-time