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Overview
The BA (Hons) English Language and Communication (ELC) programme is designed to equip students who do not speak English as a first language with excellent communication capabilities for professional employment in English as a Second Language (ESL). Students who are learning English as a second or additional (foreign) language... will be able to develop graduate level communicative competence in English Language, and to use English effectively.
Graduate employability has been a matter of concern to governments throughout the region, thus practical applications are strongly featured in the programme, which is geared to linking theory and practice through critical reflection to build work related skills as well as sound academic knowledge. Observation and experience of work (via Co-Operative courses), inquiry & project activities are integral to the learning processes of the programme.
* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2022. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Assessments
Presentation, quiz, test, mid-term exam, final exam, folio, assignments.
Academic Requirements
STPM / A-Level
A minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.0) in any TWO subjects or its equivalent; or a minimum grade of Jayyid in STAM or its equivalent and pass English at SPM/O-Level
UEC
FIVE credits and minimum of Grade B in English
International Baccalaureate
Minimum score of 26/42 points from 6 subjects
Matriculation
A minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a credit in English at SPM/O-Level
Australian Year 12 or equivalent
Pass with minimum mark of 60%, or minimum ATAR score of 65
Canadian Pre-U
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM / A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 60%
UCSI Foundation in Arts
Completed (minimum CGPA 2.0/4.0)
(credits are required for English at SPM / O-Level)
Diploma/ Advance Diploma/ Degree/ equivalent
Completed (minimum CGPA 2.0/4.0)
(credits are required for English at SPM / O-Level)
* Discretion is given to Head of School to deal with borderline academic requirements.
Note (Source: Surat Pekeliling MQA Bil 2/2016):
The terms of credit in English at SPM level for the candidate with STPM, STAM, Diploma and Matriculation/Foundation qualification can be exempted if the candidate obtained English and its achievement is equivalent or higher than the required credit of English at the SPM level.
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 4SPM English
Grade A-SPM English 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade A-UEC English
Grade A1IELTS
Band 60TOEFL IBT
60- English Language requirement for Malaysian and International Student candidate with O Level, A-Level, Matriculation, Foundation/Foundation UCSI or Diploma (conducted in fully in English) can be exempted from IELTS.
For International Students
IELTS
Band 6.0Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
169TOEFL IBT
60Pearson Test of English
59MUET
Band 4- International students holding equivalent academic qualifications but which are not conducted in English, are required to sit for the English Placement Test, which may result in the taking of the English for Tertiary Education (1 to 10 months). Students who intend to pursue the above undergraduate programme directly, are advised to fulfil the above English requirements prior to commencing their studies at the University.
- English Language requirement for Malaysian and International Student candidate with O Level, A-Level, Matriculation, Foundation/Foundation UCSI or Diploma (conducted in fully in English) can be exempted from IELTS.
Compulsory
- Introduction to the Ethnography of Communication
- English Phonetics and Phonology
- Critical Reading Strategies
- Exposition and Argumentation in Writing
- Introduction to Language and Linguistics
- Introduction to Public Relations
- University Life
- Cooperative Placement 1
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1
- Hubungan Etnik ( Local )
- Malaysian Studies ( International )
- Tamadun Islam and Tamadun Asia (Local) OR Bahasa Komunikasi 3 (International)
- Religions in Malaysia
- Critical Issues in the Contemporary World
- Future Directions, Futurecasting
- Persuasive Speech
- Thinking and Being
Elective (Choose 2)
- Religions in Malaysia
- Introduction to English Literature
- World Englishes
- Written Discourse
- Spoken Discourse
- Functional Grammar
- Communication for Professional Purposes
- Introduction to Quantitative and Qualitative Research
- Creative Writing
- Co-Operative Placement 2
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2
- Principles and Practices in Language Teaching
- Translation and Interpretation for Beginners
- Introduction to Journalism
Elective (Choose 1)
- Sociolinguistics
- English, Global Media and Technology
- Cross Cultural Communication & English Language
- Psycholinguistics
- Research Methodology in English Language & Communication
- Critical Discourse Analysis
- English Language and Communication Project
- Language & Popular Culture
- Common Wealth Literature
- Co-Operative Placement 3
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3
- Translation and Interpretation
- Feature Writing
- Educational Psychology
Elective (Choose 1)
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban) - Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
- Linguist
- Publication Officer
- Author/Writer
- Educator
- Interpreter/Translator
- Journalist
- Public Relations Specialists
- Diplomatic Service Officer
- Corporate Communications
- Corporate Training
- Event Organisers
- Social Service
- Language Researchers
- Editor
- Proof Readers
- IT Content Writer
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 72,690
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 82,230
Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
| IDP Programme | Pathway | University | Country | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts English Language and Linguistics | 1.5 + 1.5 / 2 + 1 | University of Essex | United Kingdom | £19,500 |
| Bachelor of Arts English Language and Literature | 1.5 + 1.5 / 2 + 1 | University of Essex | United Kingdom | £19,500 |
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