Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language

(N/0114/4/0030) (09/31) (MQA/PA19287)

Duration

2 Years 6 Months

Mode of Study

Full-time and Part-time

Intakes

January, May & Septemberr

Entry Requirement

The entrance qualifications for the Diploma in Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL) (Level 4, MQF), aligned with Malaysian Qualifications Agency standards and teacher education criteria, are as follows:... • Possesses an SPM with a minimum of three (3) credits in any subject or its equivalent; OR
• A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject or its equivalent; OR
• A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul or its equivalent; OR
• A pass in SKM Level 3 in related field and possesses SPM with one (1) credit; OR
• A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in related field or its equivalent. For Diploma level, international students are required to achieve a minimum score of 4.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); OR
• Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET); OR
• Equivalent
English Competency Requirement (International Students) • International students are required to achieve a minimum score of 4.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); OR
• Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET); OR
• Equivalent.

Course Information

The Diploma in Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL) program provides aspiring language educators with a strong foundation in English language proficiency, linguistics, and second language acquisition methodologies. The curriculum combines the study of phonetics, grammar, and literature with practical pedagogical competencies, including lesson planning, instructional material design, and classroom management. Through interactive seminars, microteaching sessions, language lab practicums, and guided school attachments, students acquire the necessary techniques to teach listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills effectively to diverse groups of non-native English learners across primary, lower secondary, and private language learning environments.

Further Studies

Graduates of the Diploma in Teaching of English as a Second Language have seamless, high-value progression pathways directly into undergraduate degree offerings within our institution. With foundational competencies established in educational delivery, language pedagogy, and learner management, diploma holders are eligible for direct articulation and course credit exemptions into our Bachelor degree programs:

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education with Special Education (Honours): Graduates seeking to extend their language teaching skill set into early years development and inclusive learning can progress directly into this degree. Their strong command of English language instruction gives them a distinct pedagogical advantage in guiding foundational literacy for young learners, including neurodivergent children and students requiring individualized educational support.
  • Bachelor of Psychology (Honours): For those interested in child behavior, educational assessment, and developmental support, our psychology undergraduate track provides an ideal complementary progression path, combining pedagogical foundations with deep insights into human behavior and learning mechanisms.
External Degree Progression Pathways

Graduates who wish to pursue external or specialized degree tracks can gain direct entry with advanced standing into related bachelor degree programs across public and private universities locally and internationally:

  • Bachelor of Education in Teaching of English as a Second Language (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Linguistics
  • Bachelor of Arts in English for International Communication or Corporate Communication
  • Bachelor of Arts in Literature or Applied Linguistics

Upon completing their bachelor degree with us, alumni can further advance their professional and scholarly credentials by progressing directly into our postgraduate school to pursue Master of Education, Master of Science, and Doctoral degree qualifications.

Course Structure
Year 1
YEAR 2
YEAR 3
General Studies (MPU) Subjects
Total: 90 credit hours

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