Master of Arts (Language Studies)
- Field Of Study:
- Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
- Level Of Study:
- Postgraduate
- Course Subject:
- Language Education
- Course Intake:
Programme Description
The Master of Arts (Language Studies) provides an opportunity for students to conduct research in relation to the analysis and description of the Malay and English language. The aim of the programme is to equip graduate students with the skills necessary to conduct detailed research involving in-depth analysis and description in the different areas of language studies. The programme is an important building block in the higher degree research domain.
Research Thrust Areas:
Malay Language & English Language
- Linguistic Theory
- Sociolinguistics
- Applied Linguistics
- Discourse Analysis
- English Language Skills
- Syllabus Design and Materials Development
- Testing and Evaluation
- History and Bahasa Malaysia
- Terminology
- Lexicography and Lexicology
- Stylistics, Reading and Text Interpretation
- Literature
- Literacy Studies and Practices
Admission Requirements
MA
- A good Bachelor’s degree (CGPA ≥ 3.00/4) in related areas.
- Degrees awarded by local private institutions of higher learning including those awarded under any collaborative/franchising schemes with local or foreign partners must be accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
- Applicants with CGPA less than 3.0/4 (CGPA ≥ 2.75/4), who have related work experience and publications may be considered.
Language Requirement
(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), or Passed USM’s Intensive English Course Level III. (Grade A or B).
- Results must be attached with the application form.
Duration
MA
- Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
- Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters
Source : Universiti Sains Malaysia
