Diploma in Teaching of English As a Second Language (TESL)

Course Code: N/0114/4/0001(FA 15787) 07/27

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 Structure

Year 1

SEMESTER 1

Malaysian Studies 2/Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Communicative English
Second Language Learning and Teaching

SEMESTER 2

Reading and Vocabulary Skills
English Writing Skills
English Grammar 1
Listening and Speaking Skills
Applied Sociolinguistics
Principles of Education in Malaysia

SEMESTER 3

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

Year 2

SEMESTER 4

Bahasa Kebangsaan/Business Communications 2
Social Science
Creative Writing Skills

SEMESTER 5

Technology in ELT
English Research Writing
English Grammar 2
Academic Writing
Community Service

SEMESTER 6

Teaching of Reading and Writing Skills
Teaching of Literature and Language Art
Teaching of Listening and Speaking Skill
Teaching of Grammar
Language Test in School

Year 3

SEMESTER 7

Practicum

Entry Requirements

Completed STPM or equivalent with minimum CGPA 2.00 / get C in 2 subjects. Pass in Math & Bl in SPM;OR
Completed UEC with minimum Bin 5 subjects including Math & BI;OR
Completed STAM with a minimum grade of JAYYID, and a Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM Level;bOR
Completed A-Level / Foundation / Matriculation / Diploma / Advanced Diploma / Level 4 of Malaysian Skill Certificate or equivalent with minimum CGPA 2.00.

*International Students are required to achieve a minimum score of 5.5 for IELTS OR its equivalent.

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