Master of Education (Teaching of English as a Second Language) – Online

MOHE/MQA:
(R2-DL/0114/7/0015) (04/27) (MQA/FA 1876)

Master

4 Semesters / 1 Year 6 Months

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RM 14,500.00 total tuition fee

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Why this course

Master of Education (Teaching of English as a Second Language) is ideal for those who want to gain a specialised knowledge in teaching English to others, where English is not their mother tongue. Through the modules offered, students will develop a deeper understanding of the core principles of teaching and learning the English Language.

At UNITAR, this flexible and unique programme designed for working adults with busy schedules features a comprehensive curriculum in advanced linguistics and cross-cultural communication.

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Well-structured course with extensive lecturer-student consultation and guidance
Academic staff with comprehensive industrial experience
Flexible learning environment
Through APEL, take advantage of your prior learning experiences to gain admission, with a further opportunity to reduce your study duration and costs

MOHE/MQA:
(R2-DL/0114/7/0015) (04/27) (MQA/FA 1876)

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Entry Requirements

Programme Entry Requirements

You must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for entry to the UNITAR Master’s Programme:

A bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent as accepted by UNITAR Senate; OR
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of five (5) years working experience in education; OR
Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (ii).

English Requirements

International students

Minimum score of 5.0 for IELTS OR
Minimum score of 40 for TOEFL iBT OR its equivalent

Note:
Internal Assessment : An oral test in the form of interview which will be conducted by a panel of interviewers consisting of two members from each Faculty and a representative from English Language department or any other related department

Course Structure

Teaching of English as a Second Language

Second Language Acquisition
Linguistics and Multi-Lingualise
Sociolinguistics and Cross-Cultural Communication
Material Design and Selection in TESL
Discourse Analysis
Project Paper

Core Subjects

Philosophical Ideas in Education
Curriculum, Instructions and Assessment in Education
Psychology of Learning and Instruction
Educational Research Methodology

Career Prospects

ESL Lecturer / Academician
Private Tutor
Curriculum Specialist
English Private Tutor
ESL Instructor
Material Writer
Researcher

Programme Learning Outcome

The Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) of this programme is to prepare graduates who are able to:

The differences and theories of first and second language acquisition.
Awareness in third language through discourse on case studies.
Communication across society and dialects, with understanding through analyses.
Learning the relationship between language, context and behavioural patterns.
Discussing theories, principles and techniques of language teaching materials.

Master of Education (Teaching of English as a Second Language) – Online

Why this course

MOHE/MQA:
(R2-DL/0114/7/0015) (04/27) (MQA/FA 1876)