Bachelor of English Language and Linguistics

Our programme also prepare graduates for further studies where they can pursue their postgraduate degrees (Masters & PhDs) locally or internationally and we have graduates who have successfully obtained scholarships (e.g. one from Cambridge University). A number of our graduates have also obtained their Masters degree at our Faculty and some from the Asia Europe Institute.

Our programme produces high calibre graduates for language related professions and they can work in a variety of sectors such as

• in the media, advertising, and publishing (e.g. journalists, broadcasters, writers, editors, copywriters, proof-readers);
• in the marketing, banking and tourism industries (e.g. administrators and junior executives);
• in corporate communication (e.g. communications officer);
• in the education industry (e.g. corporate trainers, language teachers/instructors, teacher educators, programme/curriculum developers, education managers/administrators at government and private schools and institutions); and
• as translators and interpreters.

STPM (Current Year)

• Pass STPM with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; and
• Obtain at least Grade B at the STPM level in any two (2) subjects; and
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level in the English Language subject; and 
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

Matriculation / Foundation (Current Year)

• Pass Matriculation / Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; and 
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level in the English Language subject; and
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

Equivalent Qualification

• Have a Diploma in English Language from any institution recognized by the Malaysian Government and approved by the University Senate with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; and 
• Obtain at least Grad A at the SPM level in the English Language subject; and 
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

OR

• Possess a Diploma in Basic Education from the Malaysian Ministry of Education with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; or 
• Pass the Basic Management Certificate, Malaysian Ministry of Education; and 
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level in the English Language subject; and 
• Have teaching experience in the field of English Language or served in a position involving English Language matters (such as language teaching, translation, language planning, terminology management, editing, etc.) for a minimum of three (3) years; and 
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

OR

• Pass Foundation at a Private Institution of Higher Learning (IPTS) / Open Channel Foundation at UM with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; and
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level or equivalent in the English Language subject; and 
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

OR

• Pass GCE A-Level with at least two (2) Grade B and one (1) Grade C in any three (3) subjects; and
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level or equivalent in the English Language subject; and
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they meet the MUET requirement within one academic session:

• Obtain at least Band 6 (Academic) and 6.0 in Writing in IELTS; or
• Obtain a minimum score of 78 (IBT) in TOEFL; or
• Obtain a minimum score of 57 in PTE (Academic)

OR

• Pass the recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 30 points; and 
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level or equivalet in the English Language subject; and
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they meet the MUET requirement within one academic session:

• Obtain at least Band 6 (Academic) and 6.0 in Writing in IELTS; or
• Obtain a minimum score of 78 (IBT) in TOEFL; or
• Obtain a minimum score of 57 in PTE (Academic)

OR

• Pass STPM in a non-current year with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; and 
• Obtain at least Grade B in two (2) STPM subjects; and
• Obtain at least Grade A at the SPM level in the English Language subject; and
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

OR

• Pass Foundation / Matriculation in a non-current year with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; and
• Obtain at least Grade A in the SPM level or equivalent in the English Language subject; and
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

OR

• Possess the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) qualification and achieve at least 75 in ATAR, 85 in the English Language subject, and at least 75 in any two (2) other subjects; and
• Obtain at least Grade A in the SPM level or equivalent in the English Language subject; and
• Obtain at least Band 4.5 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 4 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, subject to fulfilling the MUET requirement within one academic session:

• Achieve at least Band 6 (Academic) with a Writing score of 6.0 in IELTS; or
• Achieve at least Score 547 (PBT) / 210 (CBT) / 78 (IBT) in TOEFL; or
• Achieve at least 57 in PTE (Academic).

Application for this programme should be submitted online through UPUOnline or Universiti Malaya's Open Channel (SATU). The decision is based on the initial screening requirements by UPU, Universiti Malaya's general entry requirements and specific programme requirements as stated on Study@UM website.

Our programme will only have one (1) intake per academic session which is in October.

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (Malaysian)

1. Applications must be submitted online via UPU website before 9 June 2024.The application is open for applicants with STPM / Matriculation / STAM / Diploma or equivalent.

2. Application for Semester 1, Session 2024/2025 is currently open until 23 September 2024 via Universiti Malaya's Open Channel (SATU). You may apply via: MAYA Portal

Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (International)

1. Application for Semester 1, Session 2024/2025 is currently open until 30 August 2024. You may apply via: MAYA Portal

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