Overview

Students interested in following this English Language & Literature Studies programme at University Sains Malaysia can choose whether to register full-time or part-time mode

Key Features

The flexibility of the programme lies in the dissertation component that allows candidates to do research on a particular area that is relevant to their experience and interests. Candidates who join this programme have the option of choosing part-time or full-time status to suit their personal and work schedule

Programme Structure

Research Thrust Areas:

Research Methods in Language Studies

Linguistic Studies

Psychology and Sociology of Language

Perspectives in English Language Studies:

Literacy andLiterature

Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

George Town, Malaysia

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature View 34 other Masters in Language Studies in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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60

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area

CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

Research experience for at least one (1) year; or
Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
One (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
Grade B for major/elective courses; or
Grade B+ for final year project

CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
Grade B for major / elective courses; or
Grade B+ for final year project

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

13600 USD / year

≈ 13600 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8540 USD / year

≈ 8540 USD / year

Additional Details

National (Full Time): 18,000 MYR

Living costs

George Town

Malaysia

1755 - 2203 MYR / month

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