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Metropolitan College × Starway Educare

Study with Sponsorship.
Work with Starway Educare.

Get a sponsored Diploma in Early Childhood Education with Metropolitan College, plus hands-on experience at Starway Educare. Study fees, monthly allowance and accommodation covered for selected candidates.

Study fee support
Sponsored Diploma
Monthly allowance
RM1,500/month
Gain work experience
Work with Starway Educare
Accommodation support
Hostel Provided
Intake
January 2027
Metropolitan College × Starway Educare
Partnership for future early childhood educators
The Partnership

More Than a Diploma. A Head Start on Your Career.

This sponsorship programme brings education and employment together. Selected candidates will pursue the Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ODL) at Metropolitan College while gaining relevant work experience with Starway Educare.

Instead of waiting until graduation to begin your career, you can start working, earning and building experience while you study.

Study

Pursue your Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ODL) with sponsorship support.

Work & Earn

Work with Starway Educare and receive a monthly allowance.

Build Experience

Develop relevant early childhood education experience while completing your diploma.

Sponsorship Benefits

Study with Less Financial Pressure

Selected candidates receive support designed to make it easier to study, work and begin building their career.

Course-Fee Sponsorship

RM9,000

Study fee support for your Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ODL).

Monthly Allowance

RM1,500

Earn a monthly allowance provided by Starway Educare, while participating in the programme.

Accommodation

Hostel Provided

Accommodation is provided to support you throughout the programme.

Workplace Benefits

Additional Support

Receive additional employment benefits according to the applicable programme terms.

Eligibility and sponsorship are subject to the programme requirements and selection process.

Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is for candidates who are ready to study while building a career in early childhood education.

Minimum 3 SPM credits or equivalent

Interested in early childhood education

Willing to work while studying

Prepared to undergo the required assessment and interview

Why This Pathway?

Graduate with Experience, Not Just a Qualification

By combining study with relevant work experience at Starway Educare, you can build practical skills and workplace confidence while completing your diploma.

Learn

Build your knowledge through the Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ODL).

Apply

Put what you learn into practice in a real early childhood environment.

Gain Experience

Build relevant workplace experience while completing your studies.

Build Your Career

Graduate with both a qualification and experience to support your next career step.

Start working and building your career before you graduate.

How It Works

Your Sponsorship Journey

A simple process from your first enquiry to starting your study-and-work journey.

Step 01

Enquire with Us

Submit your interest in the sponsorship programme.

Step 02

Eligibility Check

We’ll review whether you meet the programme requirements.

Step 03

Starway Educare Selection

Eligible candidates proceed to the required assessment and Starway Educare interview.

Step 04

Offer Issued

Successful candidates receive the next steps for sponsorship, employment and enrolment.

Sponsorship Enquiry

Interested in the Sponsorship?

Leave your details and our team will contact you to explain the eligibility requirements, selection process and next steps.

Before You Apply

Important Information

Sponsorship is subject to eligibility and selection.

Academic entry requirements apply.

The Diploma is delivered via Open & Distance Learning (ODL).

Eligible candidates may be required to attend an assessment and interview.

Successful candidates will receive the full sponsorship and employment terms before proceeding.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about the Metropolitan College × Starway sponsorship. Still unsure? Our Student Advisors are happy to help.

Starway Educare sponsors RM9,000 in tuition fees for approved candidates. A separate RM500 registration fee applies. Students will also receive a monthly allowance and accommodation. 

Yes. Selected candidates will work with Starway Educare while completing their studies via ODL.

Selected candidates may receive up to RM1,500 monthly allowance subject to Starway Educare discretion.

Candidates who meet the academic and programme eligibility requirements may be considered.

Eligible candidates will undergo the required assessment and interview process.

Yes. Successful candidates will be subject to the employment commitment stated in the sponsorship terms.

No. The form registers your enquiry. Our team will contact you about the next steps.

Placement depends on Starway Educare available locations and selection arrangements.

Yes. A RM500 non-refundable registration fee applies.

Ready to Find Out If You’re Eligible?

Speak with our team about the sponsorship, programme requirements and next steps.

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