Diploma in Teaching of English As a Second Language (TESL)
(N/340/4/0654)(MQA/FA8031)01/26
Duration Of Study
2.5 Years / 3 Years
Intake
January, May, September
Study Mode
Full Time
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Programme Outline
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Programme Overview
A Diploma in Teaching of English as a Second Language or TESL is a program offered for 7 semesters or equivalent to 2 years 6 months. This is the first step towards a career as an English language teacher. Diploma in TESL is a course designed specifically for those who want to teach English as a second language. This program aims to achieve competent graduates with professional knowledge and outstanding teaching skills in the field of TESL. Our graduates become effective English communicators with knowledge of contextual and global TESL challenges.
Programme Outline
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
- Malaysian Studies 2/Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
- Communicative English
- Second Language Learning and Teaching
- Reading and Vocabulary Skills
- English Writing Skills
- English Grammar 1
- Listening and Speaking Skills
- Applied Sociolinguistics
- Principles of Education in Malaysia
- Introduction to English Literature
- Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology
- Introduction to Drama in ESL Classroom
- Linguistic Application in TESL
- Principles and Practice in English Language Teaching
- Materials Development and Adaption
Opportunities
- School Teacher
- Writer/Authors
- Copywriters
- Researchers
- Communication
- Executives Lecturers
Programme Requirements
- Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with a minimum of three credits in any subject, or its equivalent; OR A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
- A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul in any subject or its equivalent; OR
- A pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3 in a related field subject to the approval of Senate/ Academic Board; OR
- A Certificate (Level 3, Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF) in related field or its equivalent; OR Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
