Master of Arts in English Studies

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.

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 a related field or its equivalent but has not achieved a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field.

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

English Language Requirements

1) Malaysian Students

MUET Band 4.0 OR IELTS Band 6.0 OR CEFR Mid B2 OR 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 or CEFR Mid B2, TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent; OR

Exemption of English Language requirement if the medium of instruction during Bachelor studies was in English

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)

  1. Critical Approaches to Literature

  2. Language and Persuasion

  3. Pedagogical Innovations

• Elective 2 (Choose 1)

  1. Contemporary Narratives in English

  2. Language, Communication and Technology

  3. Language, Curriculum and Assessment

AND

• Project Paper

• English Language Teachers/Lecturers

• Writers

• Editors

• Corporate Communication Executives

• Public Relations Executives