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The Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies (ELS) with Honours at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is designed to develop graduates with a strong foundation in language and linguistics, combined with advanced analytical and communication skills. The programme equips students with the ability to critically examine linguistic concepts, literary texts, and theoretical frameworks within English Language Studies. Throughout the course, students engage in rigorous analysis and practical applications that foster effective communication, critical thinking, and information management. These competencies prepare graduates to perform confidently and professionally in diverse international and workplace settings.
• Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualification of CGPA 2.67
For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree, etc.), please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for admission assessment.
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You are required to choose 4 introductory courses
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| Fundamentals of Humanities |
| Digital Humanities |
| Critical Thinking |
| Introduction to Malay Language Studies |
| Introduction to English Language Studies |
| Introduction to Geography |
| Introduction to History |
| Pengantar Kesusasteraan: Introduction to Literature |
| Introduction to Philosophy |
| Introduction to Islamic Studies |
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| Advanced Reading and Writing |
| Introduction to Linguistics |
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| Language and Literature |
| History of the English Language |
| Contemporary English Syntax |
| Children’s Literature |
| Reading and Writing about Literature |
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| Corporate Communication |
| Morphology and Syntax |
| Phonetics and Phonology |
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| Discourse Analysis and Pragmatics |
| Semantics |
| Sociolinguistics |
| Malaysian Literature in English |
| Contemporary Drama |
| English Language Studies Project |
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| English Language Studies Project |
| Psycholinguistics |
| Corpus-based Language Studies |
| Discourse and Power |
| New Englishes |
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| Industrial Training |
| Requirement | Units |
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| Foundation (including Humanities Module and Major) | 72 Units |
| Open Elective Courses | 20 Units |
| Electives | 10 Units |
| University Courses | 18–22 Units |
| Total | 120 Units |
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