BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

Course Description

The TESL programme is meticulously crafted to prepare students to become adept English language educators. It emphasises the understanding of language acquisition theories, pedagogical methods, curriculum formulation, and evaluation approaches. Through teaching practices and observations in varied educational settings, students in the TESL programme will hone their abilities to create engaging, inclusive classrooms that encourage language mastery and intercultural communication skills. Graduates will be prepared to meet the demands of teaching English as a second language and positively impact language learners' educational journey.
 

Course Training and Practical

Students will be required to work in schools for their practical teaching experience in the final semester, under the guidance and evaluation of both a supervisor and a mentor designated by the educational institution.

Year 1

• Materials Design and Development
• Pedagogy In Education
• Classroom and Behavioural Management
• Sociology in Education
• Learning Theories
• Human Growth and Development
• Learning Disabilities
• Educational Psychology
• Sociolinguistics
• Technology in Education
• Introduction to Language and Linguistics
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Year 2

• Introduction to Assessment in Education
• Phonetics and Phonology
• Teaching of Grammar
• Psycholinguistics
• Teaching and Appreciation of Literature
• Teaching of Speaking and Listening
• Teaching Methodology
• Affective Domain
• Philosophy in Education
• English Morphology and Syntax
• Teaching English through drama
• Teaching, Reading and Writing
• Second Language Acquisition
• Discourse Analysis
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Year 3

• Technology for Language Teaching
• Educational Research
• Language Testing and Assessment
• Curriculum and Syllabus Designing
• Theories of Psychotherapy
• Psychology of Personality
• E-learning principles
• Issues and Ethics in Education
• Management and Leadership in Education
• Industrial Training

For International Students Only

Minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS; OR Minimum score of 550 for TOEFL; OR its equivalent.

* 3 YEARS Student Pass / Visa processing fee RM 4300.00 (Processing Fee RM 1,500.00+ EMGS Fee RM 2,800.00) NB: Fee is paid to EMGS (non-refundable) via University of Cyberjaya

* Passport-size photo (jpeg file, 217pixel X 280pixel, WHITE background – size 3.5cm X 4.5cm)

* Photocopy of passport (ALL pages including blank pages. Passport copy should be clear and printed on single-sided A4 paper).(Please ensure that your passport has a validity of at least 24 months from intake date)

*Certified true copies of all academic qualifications

* EMGS Health declaration form

* English Language Certificate – Proficiency in English is a prerequisite for admission. The minimum accepted English language test scores for the Student Pass application are IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550, or equivalent. The accepted English language tests are:

• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English)
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)
• CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
• MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Other Important Documents

• English translations of all documents

* For applicants transferring from other institutions in Malaysia – A copy of Release Letter, including attendance & academic record and visa cancellation letter with an acknowledgement from EMGS/Immigration

* For applicants financed by scholarship/sponsorship/study loan – An original copy of Sponsorship letter

* For applicants graduating from high schools – A photocopy of School Leaving Certificate

* For applicants with names spelt differently in academic transcripts and documents – Statutory Declaration confirming the identity

* For applicants above 23 years old, required by the Malaysian Immigration Dept. -Resume/Character Reference Letter

* For applicants from Sudan – No Objection Certificate (NOC)

* For expatriates residing out of the country of origin – A photocopy of your Resident Pass