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www.hct.ac.ae2018 - 2019

1. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION2. ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING IN SCHOOLS3. PRIMARY EDUCATION4. PRIMARY MATHEMATICS5. PRIMARY SCIENCE

HCT EDUCATIONPROGRAMS

HISTORYFounded in 1988 with four campuses, the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has grown to be the UAE’s largest applied

higher educational institution, gaining a well-respected reputation for innovative and job-focused experiential learning.

Approximately 23,000 students attend 16 modern, technology-oriented men’s and women’s campuses in the cities of Abu

Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Fujairah, Madinat Zayed, Ras Al Khaimah, Ruwais and Sharjah. HCT offers a wide range of programs

in the academic fields of Applied Media, Business, Computer Information Science, Education, Engineering Technology &

Science, General Academic Requirements and Health Sciences.

These programs are all relevant to the UAE’s fast growing economy and are designed in consultation with business and

industry leaders to ensure that HCT students’ skills are job-relevant and to the highest standards. The courses taught

at the HCT campuses are a hybrid blend of innovative, academic studies and work-relevant programs, ensuring that

HCT graduates have the necessary 21st century skills to make positive and lasting contributions to UAE society. All HCT

programs are constantly monitored to ensure they are at the cutting-edge of industry standards and technological change.

ABOUT HCT

Creativity & Innovation Accountability Integrity Excellence Respect Community Spirit Service to Society

VALUES

VISION

The Higher Colleges of Technology is the leading applied higher education institution in empowering generations to contribute to the

shaping of the future of the UAE.

MISSION

Provide applied higher education to equip generations with knowledge, skills and competencies that meet international

standards and the future needs of the UAE industry and society.

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KEY SKILLS:• Demonstrate and distinguish specialised, factual and theoretical

knowledge of teaching and learning principles and concepts• Apply teaching and learning principles, theoretical concepts and

skills to a range of contexts and tasks in a learning environment• Demonstrate independence in learning and transfer learning to new

situations• Make informed decisions based on individual differences e.g. race,

gender, ethnic and cultural perspectives• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching, learning, assessment

and professional responsibilities

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Learning facilities:Classes, workshops, model classrooms, school-based practicums

Requirements:Minimum 120 creditsConcentration: 24 credits General Studies: 33 creditsEMSAT 1400 or IELTS Band 6

Job opportunities:UAE government and private school classrooms, school administration and management

Average salary upon graduation: 20–30K AED

WHY CHOOSE HCT’S EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM?The Bachelor of Education program offers students a highly rewarding career and an opportunity to shape the future of their country. Students are prepared with up-to-date knowledge of educational theory, practical, classroom experience & teaching skills.Graduates are highly qualified, employable, reflective practitioners who have the knowledge and ability to apply theory and use best practice within a classroom setting.

Learning facilities:Classes, workshops, model classrooms, school-based practicums

Job opportunities:UAE government and private school classrooms, school administration and management

Average salary upon graduation: 20–30K AED

KEY SKILLS:• Demonstrate and distinguish specialised, factual and theoretical

knowledge of teaching and learning principles and concepts• Apply teaching and learning principles, theoretical concepts and

skills to a range of contexts and tasks in a learning environment• Demonstrate independence in learning and transfer learning to new

situations• Make informed decisions based on individual differences e.g. race,

gender, ethnic and cultural perspectives• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching, learning, assessment

and professional responsibilities

Program Duration:Bachelor: 4 Academic years

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KEY SKILLS:• Demonstrate and distinguish specialised, factual and theoretical

knowledge of teaching and learning principles and concepts• Apply teaching and learning principles, theoretical concepts and

skills to a range of contexts and tasks in a learning environment• Demonstrate independence in learning and transfer learning to new

situations• Make informed decisions based on individual differences e.g. race,

gender, ethnic and cultural perspectives• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching, learning, assessment

and professional responsibilities

Learning facilities:Classes, workshops, model classrooms, school-based practicums

Requirements:Minimum 120 creditsConcentration: 24 credits General Studies: 33 creditsEMSAT 1400 or IELTS Band 6

Job opportunities:UAE government and private school classrooms, school administration and management

Average salary upon graduation: 20–30K AED

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING IN SCHOOLS

WHY CHOOSE HCT’S ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING IN SCHOOLS PROGRAM?The Bachelor of Education program offers students a highly rewarding career and an opportunity to shape the future of their country. Students are prepared with up-to-date knowledge of educational theory, practical, classroom experience & teaching skills.Graduates are highly qualified, employable, reflective practitioners who have the knowledge and ability to apply theory and use best practice within a classroom setting.

Program Duration:Bachelor: 4 Academic years

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KEY SKILLS:• Demonstrate and distinguish specialised, factual and theoretical

knowledge of teaching and learning principles and concepts• Apply teaching and learning principles, theoretical concepts and

skills to a range of contexts and tasks in a learning environment• Demonstrate independence in learning and transfer learning to new

situations• Make informed decisions based on individual differences e.g. race,

gender, ethnic and cultural perspectives• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching, learning, assessment

and professional responsibilities

Learning facilities:Classes, workshops, model classrooms, school-based practicums

Requirements:Minimum 120 creditsConcentration: 24 credits General Studies: 33 creditsEMSAT 1400 or IELTS Band 6

Job opportunities:UAE government and private school classrooms, school administration and management

Average salary upon graduation: 20–30K AED

PRIMARY EDUCATION

WHY CHOOSE HCT’S PRIMARY EDUCATION PROGRAM?The Bachelor of Education program offers students a highly rewarding career and an opportunity to shape the future of their country. Students are prepared with up-to-date knowledge of educational theory, practical, classroom experience & teaching skills.Graduates are highly qualified, employable, reflective practitioners who have the knowledge and ability to apply theory and use best practice within a classroom setting.

Program Duration:Bachelor: 4 Academic years

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KEY SKILLS:• Demonstrate and distinguish specialised, factual and theoretical

knowledge of teaching and learning principles and concepts• Apply teaching and learning principles, theoretical concepts and

skills to a range of contexts and tasks in a learning environment• Demonstrate independence in learning and transfer learning to new

situations• Make informed decisions based on individual differences e.g. race,

gender, ethnic and cultural perspectives• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching, learning, assessment

and professional responsibilities

Learning facilities:Classes, workshops, model classrooms, school-based practicums

Requirements:Minimum 120 creditsConcentration: 24 credits General Studies: 33 creditsEMSAT 1400 or IELTS Band 6

Job opportunities:UAE government and private school classrooms, school administration and management

Average salary upon graduation: 20–30K AED

PRIMARY MATHEMATICS

WHY CHOOSE HCT’S PRIMARY MATHEMATICS PROGRAM?The Bachelor of Education program offers students a highly rewarding career and an opportunity to shape the future of their country. Students are prepared with up-to-date knowledge of educational theory, practical, classroom experience & teaching skills.Graduates are highly qualified, employable, reflective practitioners who have the knowledge and ability to apply theory and use best practice within a classroom setting.

Program Duration:Bachelor: 4 Academic years

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KEY SKILLS:• Demonstrate and distinguish specialised, factual and theoretical

knowledge of teaching and learning principles and concepts• Apply teaching and learning principles, theoretical concepts and

skills to a range of contexts and tasks in a learning environment• Demonstrate independence in learning and transfer learning to new

situations• Make informed decisions based on individual differences e.g. race,

gender, ethnic and cultural perspectives• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching, learning, assessment

and professional responsibilities

Learning facilities:Classes, workshops, model classrooms, school-based practicums

Requirements:Minimum 120 creditsConcentration: 24 credits General Studies: 33 creditsEMSAT 1400 or IELTS Band 6

Job opportunities:UAE government and private school classrooms, school administration and management

Average salary upon graduation: 20–30K AED

PRIMARY SCIENCE

WHY CHOOSE HCT’S PRIMARY SCIENCE PROGRAM?The Bachelor of Education program offers students a highly rewarding career and an opportunity to shape the future of their country. Students are prepared with up-to-date knowledge of educational theory, practical, classroom experience & teaching skills.Graduates are highly qualified, employable, reflective practitioners who have the knowledge and ability to apply theory and use best practice within a classroom setting.

Program Duration:Bachelor: 4 Academic years

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Central Academic & Student Services OfficeRegistrarCentral ServicesPO Box 25026 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Tel: +971 2 206 6666 Fax: +971 2 681 5833Email: HCT.admission@hct.ac.ae, myHCTSupport@hct.ac.ae

For more information contact oneof the College admissions offices or:

CAMPUSES ACROSS UAE

Ruwais Madinat Zayed

Abu Dhabi

Dubai

Sharjah

Ras Al Khaimah

Fujairah

Al Ain

Founded in

1988

EDUCATION DIVISIONBachelor of Education Degree, Concentrations in: AAM AAW ADM ADW DBM DBW FJM FJW MZM MZW RKM RKW RWM RWW SJM SJW

Early Childhood Education O O

English Language Teaching in Schools O O O O O

Primary Education O O O O O

Primary Mathematics Grades 1-3 O O

Primary Science Grades 1-3 O

ACADEMIC PROGRAMME / CONCENTRATIONS OFFERED CAMPUSES

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