Diploma Programme
Diploma in Teaching of English As a Second Language (TESL)
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.
Course Outlines
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
- 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.
Career Opportunities
- School Teacher
- Writer/Authors
- Copywriters
- Researchers
- Communication
- Executives Lecturers
