Programme Overview:
The Master of Arts in English Studies programme offers an extensive syllabus that enables students to acquire customised knowledge, develop critical acumen in synthesising information, and analyse and interpret texts and data that are intercultural, creative, literary or linguistic in nature. This Master's by coursework programme presents an opportunity for graduates to cultivate their English language skills and emerge as holistic professionals in their chosen field.
Intake:
February & June
Duration:
Full-time (Malaysian & International students) - 1 year
Part-time (For Malaysian students & eligible expatriates ONLY) - 2 years
Campus:
KL Main Campus
Taught Courses
Research Methodology
Language and the Learner
Stylistics in English Studies
Current Issues in Language Studies
Language and Society
Comparative Studies in English
Language Literacy
Varieties of English
Elective 1 (Choose 1)
Critical Approaches to Literature
Language and Persuasion
Pedagogical Innovations
Elective 2 (Choose 1)
Contemporary Narratives in English
Language, Communication and Technology
Language, Curriculum and Assessment
AND
Project Paper
English Language Teachers/Lecturers
Writers
Editors
Corporate Communication Executives
Public Relations Executives
Minimum Entry Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR
Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or working experience in the relevant field must :
a) Meet the minimum CGPA based on i. to ii.,
b) Achieve at least level B2 of CEFR (or its equivalent) in the language of instruction, AND
c) Undergo prerequisite courses (Introduction to Linguistics, Phonetics, Syntax, Semantics or the equivalence of these courses).
English Language Requirements
1) Malaysian Students
MUET Band 4.0/ IELTS Band 6.0/ CEFR Mid B2/ TOEFL iBT 60/ equivalent; OR
Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English
2) International Students
IELTS Band 6.0/ CEFR Mid B2/ TOEFL iBT 60/ equivalent; OR
Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English