Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Teaching English As A Second Language (TESL) (BE203)
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The Bachelor of Education (Honours) in TESL program is an undergraduate degree program designed to prepare students to become competent English language teachers. The three-year program covers both theoretical and practical aspects of language teaching methodologies, linguistics, and literature.
The course curriculum includes a wide range of subjects such as language acquisition, linguistics, language teaching methods, curriculum design, materials development, classroom management, and assessment. Practical teaching experience is also an integral part of the program, with students being required to complete a semester of teaching practicum in local secondary schools.
The primary aim of the Bachelor of TESL program is to provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and strategies to teach English effectively within the context of Malaysian schools. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be qualified to work in a variety of educational settings such as public or private schools, language centres, community colleges, and international organizations.
The Bachelor of Education (Honours) in TESL program is an excellent choice for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in language teaching or related fields. The program equips students with the essential competencies required to become successful language teachers and prepares them for a fulfilling and rewarding career in the field of education
COURSE DETAILS
PROGRAMME NAME: Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Teaching English As A Second Language (TESL)
PROGRAMME CODE: BE203
NO REF KPT: R/0114/6/0003 (06/2029)
NO REF MQA : MQA/FA11320
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Pass STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any TWO (2) OR
- Pass STAM with a minimum Grade of Jayyid OR
- Pass Matriculation or Foundation studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 OR
- A Diploma with at least CGPA of 2 OR
- Pass DKM / DVM with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 OR
- Pass DLKM with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 OR
- Pass A-Level with minimum Grade D (GP 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects OR
- Pass UEC with minimum Grade B in FIVE (5) subjects including English OR
- Pass International Baccalaureate (IB) with at least 24 points OR
AND
MUET Band 4 OR CEFR (Mid B2) OR IELTS 6.0 OR TOEFL 60 OR PTE 59 OR ELS 109 OR CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH 169
- English Competency Requirement for International Student: MUET Band 4 OR CEFR (Mid B2) OR IELTS 6.0 OR TOEFL 60 OR PTE 59 OR ELS 109 OR
CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH 169
CORE COURSES OFFERED :
Foundation of English Grammar
Academic Reading and Writing
Principles of Phonetics and Phonology
Intermediate English Grammar
Principles of Second Language Teaching and Learning
History and Philosophy of Education in Malaysia
Educational Psychology
Testing and Evaluation
Educational Sociology
Educational Administration
Teaching of English Grammar
Teaching of Listening and Speaking Skills
Technology Integration in Education
Teaching of Writing Skills
Aspirasi Negara Bangsa / Malaysian Citra
Falsafah dan Cabaran Semasa / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah (KIAR) / Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah (KIAR)
Teaching Literature in ESL
Teaching of Reading Skills
English Theatre and Performance
Kemahiran Digital dan Kecerdasan Buatan / Kemahiran Kepimpinan dan Hubungan Insan / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
Pengajian Islam Kontemporari / Pengurusan Harta Islam / Ethics and Moral
Communicative Arabic
Communicative Mandarin
Communicative French
Community Engagement for Language and Education Development
Research Methodology 1
Kelestarian Komuniti / Fasilitator Profesional
Remedial Language Teaching
Teaching English for Specific Purposes
Entrepreneurship with Digital Applications 2
Elective Outside Faculty Courses 1
Curriculum Innovation for Second Language Development
Research Methodology 2
Elective Outside Faculty Courses 2
Teaching Practicum
CAREER PROSPECTS:
- English teacher
- Lecturer
- Tutor
- Trainer
- Educational Writer
- Translator
- Editor




