Department of english

Foundation in TESL BA in TESL (Hons)

Foundation in TESL

Course Structure for FTESL

Semester One Core Courses a. Foundation English b. Basic English Grammar c. Basic Writing Skills d. Listening and Speaking Skills e. Academic Writing Skills f.  Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology Semester Two Core Courses a.  Language Learning Strategies and Study Skills b. Intermediate Grammar c.  Vocabulary Development in English Language d. Academic Reading Skills MQA courses Pengajian Islam/Pengajian Moral Semester Three a. Introduction to Literature b. Presentation Skills c.  Principles of ESL Teaching and Learning d. Public Speaking Skills MQA courses Bahasa Kebangsaan A/Bahasa Kebangsaan B Pengajian Malaysia
KPT/JPS(PA10540)05/15

Program Overview

3 long semesters (1 year) 14 weeks per semester  17 subjects (14 compulsory + 3 MQA subjects)

YEAR ONE

The Department of English at HELP offers a variety of English courses which cater to local and international students. Joining our list of reputable courses is the Foundation in TESL (FTESL) aimed at providing a wide-ranging foundation for TESL teachers. FTESL incorporates the latest innovations to make your learning experience engaging, flexible and comprehensive. A pool of highly qualified and experienced practitioners in the field ensure course quality and vitality.

BA in TESL (Hons)

Entry Requirements

 SPM/SPVM with at least 5 credits including English and Bahasa Malaysia or GCE O-Levels with at least 5 credits or equivalent qualification  Pass the entry interview

English is the lingua franca for commerce, science, communications and technology. Most of the worlds knowledge is stored in this language. Malaysians have an advantage in developing these fields if they are familiar with the language in which the greatest amount of research is written. In countries where English is not the mother tongue like Malaysia, learning English has become not only necessary but essential. It is the most widely used language all over the world today and it is also the INTERNET language. Certainly when one is well-versed in the English language, the information world is open wide for knowledge exploration and for keeping in touch with the latest developments. This BA in TESL (Hons) program will arm the graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills needed to effectively teach English as a Second Language. We have a great program and a great team of lecturers to lead the participants to greater heights in acquiring teaching skills in the English language. We invite all of you to join us in this Education endeavour which is exciting as well as fruitful, preparing one and all for the challenges ahead in English language acquisition and teaching in this language.

Core Courses BA1013  The History and Structure of English BA1023 Teaching Literature I BA1033 Second Language Acquisition BA1043 Teaching Vocabulary BA1053  Linguistics and Second Language Teaching BA1063 Teaching Reading BA1073 Teaching Writing BA1083 The Sound System of English BA1093 Teaching Listening and Speaking BA1103 Teaching Grammar MQA Courses (Compulsory) MPW2113/MPW2123 Bahasa Kebangsaan A/Bahasa Kebangsaan B IPTS Courses LLS101  Leadership and Life Skills MC100  Social and Business Communication Elective Courses (Choose one of the electives below) EITS1023  Introduction to Translation Studies ETA1033 Theatre Arts ETI1043 Intercultural Communication ETSLN1053 Teaching Students with Special Learning Needs

The Scope of Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)

There is no question that English is becoming increasingly important, not only in Malaysia but globally. The demand for qualified and professional teachers of English as a Second Language (ESL) is growing daily. The BA in TESL is a multilevel program which includes interactive and systematic courses which expose students to all aspects of Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL). As a Department of English with highly experienced and qualified staff, we have an excellent understanding of the qualities, knowledge and attributes that a teacher of ESL requires. We have ensured that the BA in TESL includes all the elements that you will need to be successful and effective. The BA in TESL (Hons) is designed to equip students with excellent skills and capabilities for professional employment in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language.

Essential Features of the HELP BA in TESL (Hons)

 3-year program leading to the degree of BA in TESL (Honours)  Approved by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)  Clear pathways for postgraduate study and career advancement  Convenient admission for applicants with STPM, Diploma, SM3, UEC, A-Levels, HELP Foundation, Matriculation or other recognised and approved equivalent qualification  Credit transfer or subject exemption based on MQA guidelines  Delivered by a highly qualified and experienced Teaching Team with a strong knowledge base  Mastery of the right pedagogy and integrative methodology

Course Structure for BA in TESL (Hons)

Core Courses BA3013  Theories and Principles of Educational Leadership and Management BA3023  ELT Materials Adaptation and Development BA3033  Managing the Classroom Learning Environment BA3044  Micro-Teaching and Teacher Preparation BA3053 Research Methods BA3066 Practicum BA3074 Research Paper Writing Skills BA3083 Language and Research BA3093  Professional Development in ELT BA3103 Technology in ELT MQA COURSE (Compulsory) MPW2143/MPW2153 Pengajian Islam/Pendidikan Moral Elective Courses (Choose one of the electives below) EITS1023  Introduction to Translation Studies ETA1033 Theatre Arts ETI1043 Intercultural Communication ETSLN1053  Teaching Students with Special Learning Needs
KPT/JPS(PA10539)10/15

YEAR THREE

CORE COURSES BA2013 ELT Methodology I BA2023  Psychology for Language Teachers BA2033 Sociolinguistics BA2043 Childrens Literature BA2053 Teaching Literature II BA2063 Language Curriculum Design BA2073 ELT Methodology II BA2084 Creative Writing BA2093 Discourse Analysis BA2103  Testing and Measurement for the ELT Classroom MQA COURSE (Compulsory) Pengajian Malaysia Elective Courses (Choose one of the electives below) EITS1023 Introduction to Translation Studies ETA1033 Theatre Arts ETI1043  Intercultural Communication ETSLN1053 Teaching Students with Special Learning Needs

YEAR Two

Course Fees for FTESL Application Fee RM250 Registration RM500 Security Deposit RM500 Resource Fee RM1,000 pa MQA Subject Fee RM500 x 3 RM1,500 Tuition Fee (Core Subject) RM1,200 RM22,400 TOTAL COST RM26,150

course fees for ba tesl (hons) Year One Core courses 10x RM1400 RM14,000 IPTS courses 2 x RM1600 RM 3,200 Elective 1 x RM1400 RM1,400 MQA 1 x RM500 RM500 TOTAL cost RM19,100 Year two

Prospects for Graduate Study and Employability

There are many opportunities for graduates of the HELP BA in TESL (Hons) program wishing to pursue graduate studies. Students can make use of the facilities and expertise of the HELP Graduate School and other academic departments. In addition, HELPs extensive network of international university partners offers a wide range of choices for graduate work and study at premier institutions and academies. Graduate employability is always a concern for both students and potential employers, so practical applications are strongly featured in the program, which links theory and practice through critical reflection to build work related skills as well as sound academic knowledge. Observation and pedagogical practice (through the Practicum component) are integral to the development of profession attributes. Skills gained from this area of study can easily be applied in many career areas. The program helps students to develop their confidence, interpersonal skills, team work skills, and communication skills, and these are highly sought after by employers. Examples of occupations which can be taken up after graduation include: Advertising copywriters Authors Biographers Book publishing Career counsellors Editors Interpreters/Translators Journalists Public relations executives Reporters Teachers and lecturers in TESL Entry Requirements One of the following: STPM/A-Level passes in 2 subjects (except General Paper) HELP Foundation in TESL HELP Foundation in Arts or Foundation in Science or any other recognised qualification and At least Band 4 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Credit Transfer/Subject Exemption Students may apply for Credit Transfer/Subject Exemption based on the MQA Guidelines.

Core courses Elective MQA TOTAL cost Year three

10x RM 1400 RM14,000 1 x RM 1400 RM1,400 1 x RM500 RM500 RM15,900

Core courses 10x RM1400 RM14,000 Elective 1 x RM 1400 RM1,400 MQA 1 x RM 500 RM500 TOTAL COST RM15,900 GRAND TOTAL: RM50,900

The Faculty

* The fees for the FTESL and the BA TESL may be subject to a Bursary (ie a discount). * For enquiries, please contact Dr Adrian Hare at 603-2094 2000 ext 2911/adrianeh@help.edu.my

BPhil (Education) (Birmingham), MA (Applied Linguistics) (Essex), PhD (NUS), CertEd (Sheffield) Head, Department of English Dr Hare has over 30 years experience in teaching TESL/TEFL and Linguistics. He has been involved in teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP) for individuals, companies and organizations. He has worked in Qatar, Singapore and Malaysia. For over 20 years, he worked at the International Islamic University Malaysia, where he was involved in setting up and teaching courses for the BA in English, MA in ESL, and the PhD in ESL. At IIUM, he was also co-editor of the online journal Asiatic published by the Department of English. Dr Hare has published and presented papers internationally. His research interests are Course Design and Evaluation, Critical Discourse Analysis, and Functional Grammar.

Dr Adrian E Hare

Lecturers
 Maggie Yong Miow Keng LLB (Hons) (London), LLM (Malaya), CLP, CertEd (RTC)  Saraswathy a/p Sabaratnam Dip Teachers Training (Smart Reader), Dip TESL (Central City Inst), MMgt & Eng Lang (Phoenix Int)  Sree Nithya a/p Ganesan BEd TESL (Hons) (UNISEL)  Subhatra a/p Guru BA (Hons) Lang & Linguistics  Margreat a/p Aloysious Anthony BA Lang & Linguistics (Malaya), MEd TESL (Malaya), Cert Comp Prog (Kasturi)  Anusuya Muniandy BEd TESL (UNITEN)  Mohammed Shahreza BA (UPM), MA (East Anglia)

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