MA (Linguistics and English Language Studies)

OVERVIEW

Course Structure

The programme consists of 20 units of coursework(5 courses) and 20 units of dissertation.

• Research Methods in Language Studies
• Linguistic Studies
• Graduate Seminars
• Psychology and Sociology Language
• Perspectives in English Language Studies-Literacy and Literature
• Dissertation

Expertise available in the following School:
School of Humanities www.hum.usm.my

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should possess the following:

• A Bachelor's degree (CGPA ≥ 2.75/4) in related areas.
• Degree awarded by local private institutions of higher learning including those awarded under any collaborative/franchising schemes with local or international partners must be accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

• A minimum score of 550 in Paper- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
• A minimum score of 213 in Computer- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
• A minimum score of 80 in Internet- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
• A minimum score of Band 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

DURATION

• Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters
• Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 8 semesters

FEES

** Fees are subject to change