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Master of Arts in English Studies (N/224/7/0089) (07/26) (MQA/PA 14636)

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, analyse and interpret texts and data that are intercultural, creative, literary or linguistic in nature. This Masters by coursework programme presents an opportunity for graduates to cultivate their English language skills and emerge as holistic professionals in their chosen field.

Intake:

January & July

Duration:

Full time (Malaysian & International students) - 1 year

Part time (Malaysian students 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
  • Critical Approaches to Literature
  • Pedagogical Innovations
  • Language, Communication and Technology

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Project Paper

Career Prospects

  • English Language Teachers/Lecturers
  • Writers
  • Editors
  • Corporate Communication Executives
  • Public Relations Executives

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree (Level 6 MQF) in the 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 related field or its equivalent but has not achieved a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field.

Candidates without a related qualification in the field/s must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses.

English Language Requirements

Malaysian Students

  • MUET Band 4.0 OR IELTS Band 6.0; OR
  • Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English

International Students

  • IELTS Band 6.0 or its equivalent; OR
  • Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English

      

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Master of Arts in English Studies

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CENTRE FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH
TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
JALAN GENTING KELANG
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