Master in Education (Teaching English as a Second Language TESL) (MHPZ)-Taught Course
| Program Synopsis | The Master of Education in Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL) programme at the University of Technology Malaysia (UTM) is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their knowledge and expertise in teaching English to second language and non-native speakers. This programme aims to equip educators with advanced skills in language teaching, research, and curriculum development, making it ideal for those aspiring to work in academic, institutional, or language training settings. This Master’s program at UTM is ideal for educators seeking to enhance their professional qualifications and contribute to the development of the TESL field through both practical and academic work. |
| Program Educational Outcome |
PEO1: Proficient in applying and communicating in-depth relevant knowledge in solving problems critically and analytically in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language. PEO2: Career advancement through life-long learning and competencies in leadership, interpersonal and digital skills. PEO3: Practice ethical principles and entrepreneurial mindset within professional and societal contexts. |
| Program Learning Outcome | PLO1: Apply knowledge critically and iteratively to manage and resolve problems or issues in education through research in making decision and producing new ideas and solution. PLO2: Analyse, synthesize and solve real world problems or issues in education critically PLO3: Demonstrate practical, technical skills and practices in education using advanced techniques, tools and skills to solve educational problems. PLO4: Work together and collaboratively with different people in learning and working communities and other groups and networks. PLO5: Clearly communicate the knowledge, skills, and ideas using appropriate methods to peers, experts, and non-experts. PLO6: Competently use a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software to enhance study and research. PLO7: Show skills in designing, planning evaluation activities, and using quantitative or statistical tools. PLO8: Demonstrate significant autonomy, leadership and responsibility in managing work within own team and with other teams in the context of problem solving. PLO9: Exemplify self-advancement through continuous academic or professional development. PLO10: Initiate or lead entrepreneurial projects. PLO11: Demonstrate adherence to legal, ethical and professional codes of practice. |
LIST OF UNIVERSITY GENERAL COURSE : 3 (*Choose one only)
| CODE | COURSE | CREDIT |
| UBSS 6013 | Organization Behaviour and Development | 3 |
| UBSS 6023 | Business Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability | 3 |
| UHMS 6013 | Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues | 3 |
| UHMZ 6023 | Malaysian Society and Culture | 3 |
| UHIS 6013 | Philosophy of Science and Civilization | 3 |
| UHPS 6013 | Dynamics of Leadership | 3 |
| UHLM 6013 | Malay Language for Post Graduates | 3 |
| URTS 6013 | Environmental Ethics | 3 |
| UECS 6013 | IT Project Management | 3 |
| UECS 6023 | Introduction to Technopreneurship | 3 |
| UMJJ 6013 | Basic Japanese Language and Culture | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | |
EDUCATION FOUNDATION : 11
| CODE | COURSE SYNOPSIS | CREDIT |
| MHPU 1013 | Innovation in Learning and Teaching | 3 |
| MHPU 1024 | Research Methods in Education | 4 |
| MHPU 1044 | Research Data Analysis | 4 |
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TOTAL |
11 | |
PROGRAMME CORE : 9
| CODE | COURSE | CREDIT |
| MHPZ 1113 | Language Teaching Principles and Practices | 3 |
| MHPZ 1123 | Linguistics in English Language Teaching | 3 |
| MHPZ 1153 | Seminar on Current Issues in English Language Teaching | 3 |
| TOTAL | 9 | |
ELECTIVE COURSE: 12
| CODE | COURSE | CREDIT |
| MHPZ 1143 | Syllabus and Materials Design | 3 |
| MHPZ 1153 | Language Planning in Education | 3 |
| MHPZ 1163 | Second Language Acquisition | 3 |
| MHLE 1113 | Issues in Language for Specific Purposes (LSP) | 3 |
| MHLE1123 | Language Learning Theories | 3 |
| MHLE2123 | Language Training Design | 3 |
| MHLE 2133 | Literacy in Digital Age | 3 |
| MHLC 1113 | Language and Communication Theories | 3 |
| MHLC 1133 | Discourse Analysis as Theory and Method | 3 |
| MHLC 1143 | Computer Mediated Communication | 3 |
| MHLC 1163 | Popular Culture and the Internet | 3 |
| MHLC 1173 | Sociolinguistics in Theory and Practice | 3 |
| MHLC 2133 | Institutional and Organisational Discourse Studies | 3 |
| MHLC 2143 | Language, Media and Globalization | 3 |
| MHLC 2153 | Multimodal Discourse | 3 |
| MHLC 2163 | Persuasive Communication | 3 |
| MHLC 2173 | Language and Communication Difficulties | 3 |
| MHLC 2183 | Professional Translation and Globalization | 3 |
| TOTAL | 12 | |
RESEARCH STUDY : 10
| CODE | COURSE | CREDIT |
| MHPT 1105 | Research Study I | 5 |
| MHPT 2105 | Research Study II | 5 |
| TOTAL | 10 | |
Master in Education (Teaching English as a Second Language TESL: MHPZ)
Year 1
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SEMESTER 1 |
SEMESTER 2 |
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CODE |
SUBJECT |
CREDIT |
CODE |
SUBJECT |
CREDIT |
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U— 60X3 |
University Core |
3 |
MHPU 1034 |
Research Data Analysis |
4 |
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MHPU1013 |
Innovation in Learning and Teaching |
3 |
MHPU 1024 |
Research Methods in Education |
4 |
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MHPZ 1113 |
Language Teaching Principles and Practices |
3 |
MHP-/ MHLE XXX3 |
Elective course 1 |
3 |
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MHPZ 1123 |
Linguistics for English Language Teaching |
3 |
MHP-/ MHLE XXX3 |
Elective course 2 |
3 |
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MHPZ 1133 |
Seminar on Current Issues in English Language Teaching |
3 |
MHPT |
Research Study I |
5 |
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TOTAL |
15 |
TOTAL |
19 |
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Year 2
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SEMESTER 3 |
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CODE |
SUBJECT |
CREDIT |
CODE |
SUBJECT |
CREDIT |
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MHP- XXX3 |
Elective course 3 |
3 |
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MHP- XXX3 |
Elective course 4 |
3 |
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MHPT 2105 |
Research Study II |
5 |
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TOTAL |
11 |
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Entry Requirements
Programmes Fees
Registration Kit
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Any inquiry about course registration, please contact: Contact ; |
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| Name | FSSH PG |
| hazlinastam@utm.my | |
| Phone Number | +607-5534026 |
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To know more about the programme, Contact ; |
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| Program Co-ordinator |
Dr Nur Salwa Abd Wahid |
| nursalwa@utm.my | |
| Phone Number | +6012-5342908 |
| Director of Educational Foundation & Social Science | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahani binti Mokhtar |
| p-mahani@utm.my | |
| Phone Number | +607-5534257 |
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For more information about the admission process, Contact ; |
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| pgrad@utm.my | |
| Tel |
+6075537809 / +6075537573 (International Students) +6075537809 / +6075537632 (Malaysian Students) |
| Website | http://admission.utm.my |