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: 

1. Publishing – as writers, copy-writers, sub-editors, reporters

2. Management and Administration

3. International Relations

4. Diplomatic Services

5. Corporate Communication

6. Public Relations

7. Corporate Training

8. Instructional Design

9. Marketing

10. Radio and Television (Broadcasting)

11. Advertising

12. Journalism

13. Human Resource Management

14. Tourism, Hospitality and Recreation Services

Further Studies

Graduates will be able to further their studies in local and foreign universities