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Bachelor of Applied Language Studies (Hons.) English for Professional Communication
Program Code : LG240
MQA Accredited S/N : MQA/SWA12586
Total Credit Hours : 120
Duration of Study : 3 Years / 6 Semesters
INTRODUCTION
The Applied Language Studies (Hons.) English for Professional Communication programme is tailor made to meet the growing demand for graduates with excellent language and communication skills who can compete in a globalised workplace.
To achieve its objectives, the programme structure emphasizes language and communication strategies, linguistics, critical thinking, cross-cultural interaction, management, entrepreneurship, computer literacy and organizational behaviour. The programme adopts a student-centred approach which provides opportunities for hands-on learning in multimedia contexts. Students will combine core programme courses with electives in Business Management or Education or Hotel and Tourism Management.
The programme extends for 6 semesters (3 years), although students with relevant Diplomas or equivalent may apply for credit transfers. A total of 120 credit hours must be completed for graduation, including 12 weeks of practical training, a final year project, and 18 credit hours for the electives in Business Management, Education and Tourism Management courses.
Admission Requirements
STPM or equivalent (CGPA minimum: 2.00) with at least a Grade C (grade point: 2.00) in three (3) subjects, including general paper AND SPM / SPMV or equivalent with a pass in Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and a credit (minimum 3B) in English Language.
OR
UiTM / PASUM / Matriculation (CGPA minimum 2.00) with at least a grade C (grade point 2.00) in three (3) subjects AND SPM or equivalent with a pass in Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and a credit (minimum 3B) in English Language.
OR
CGPA minimum 2.50 in Diploma from UiTM.
OR
CGPA minimum 2.00 in Diploma from UiTM and two (2) years working experience in relevant disciplines.
OR
CGPA minimum 3.00 in Diploma from other institutions accredited by MQA AND SPM or equivalent with five (5) credits including English Language, Mathematics / Additional Mathematics.
OR
CGPA minimum 2.75 in Diploma from other institutions accredited by MQA and two (2) years working experience in relevant disciplines AND SPM or equivalent with five (5) credits including English Language, Mathematics / Additional Mathematics.
OR
Foundation Programmes:
CGPA minimum 2.00 in Asasi Law UiTM (P1005/P1006) or TESL (KPT).
IMPORTANT NOTE:
All candidates MUST obtain a minimum of Band 4 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
CAREER PROSPECTS
Graduates from this programme will be able to find employment in:
Publishing – as writers, copy-writers, sub-editors, reporters
Management and Administration
International Relations
Diplomatic Services
Corporate Communication
Public Relations
Corporate Training
Instructional Design
Marketing
Radio and Television (Broadcasting)
Advertising
Journalism
Human Resource Management
Tourism, Hospitality and Recreation Services
Further Studies
Graduates will be able to further their studies in local and foreign universities