Studying TESL in Malaysia
There are several public and private institutions of higher learning in Malaysia that offer TESL as a learning programme apart from taking the course of study via teacher training institutes nationwide.
The standard minimum requirements for pursuing a TESL degree is a good credit in SPM English (perferably B3 and above), and a Band 4 and above for MUET, apart from the compulsory credits for Bahasa Melayu (SPM) and Pengajian Am (STPM). You need to demonstrate good proficiency in the English language with passion for teaching.
We have listed them in the following list. We’ll be posting more details on the programme offered in each of the institutions from time to time and if you have information you would like to share, feel free to email us.
Public Institutions
University of Malaya (UM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Interview Details: Need interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: Institute of Education
Interview Details: No interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Remarks:only for IIUM Matriculation students
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Interview Details: Need Interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: School of Education & Social Development
Interview Details: Need Interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: Faculty of Educational Studies
Interview Details: Need Interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac.of Arts with Education/Bac.of Education)
Faculty: School of Educational Studies
Interview Details: No Interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Sc with Education)
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Interview Details: Need Interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: Faculty of Education
Interview Details: Need Interview (Bumiputra Candidates Only)
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
Level: Bachelor’s Degree Level (Bac. of Education)
Faculty: Faculty of Language
Interview Details: Need Interview
Duration: 8 semesters (approx 4 years)
Private Institutions
Open University Malaysia (OUM)
Level: Bac.of Education
Universiti Industri Selangor (UNISEL)
Level: Bac.of Education
Is the Bachelor degree of TESL/B.ED TESL recognized by other countries ? I mean those who produce from the IPG now…
Yes it is.
where is the location.?.and is there got degree in dipolma.?.pls rep ASAP
im sory i mean degree in law
English is a worldwide language. But to gain a beautiful English is very challenging. Many acceptions should be put into a strong memory. Sometimes I’m thinking of putting the English studies behind. However at every time I access the internet, it’s always forces me to continue the study. could you give me a favor?
im spm leaver year 2003 with A1 in english and 5 credits, can i do tesl .how the steps??
can i do tesl off campus with open university. I have A+ in english and 5 credits
can i ask, how to apply for tesl??
i wanna apply, badly! ^^
my daughter wants to do tesl and shes actually very good in writing. the problem is shes quite shy and doesnt speak much. she gets nervous easily when people talk to her and when that happened, her english will be totally zero. do u think she should/can apply? and is it necessary to be a teacher after u graduate from this programme?
errmmm how bout private ins? could you give a list of it as well…? i studied diploma in tesl and want to cont degree…
any suggestion?
There’s a good B. Ed TESL program in University Selangor (UNISEL). (The University has changed it’s name from Universti Industri Selangor to Universiti Selangor). The lecturers are qualified, experienced and helpful. PTPTN is available for qualified students. Check http://www.unisel.edu.my or call Faculty of Education and Social Sciences UNISEL at 03-32805126. Worth trying. Cheers.
i am very interested to apply tesl…but how can i apply it???
How do I apply for TESL? Is it free?
Dear Sir,
Mydaughter will be sitting for her SPM this year and is interested in doing TESL. What is the minumum qualification she has to have? If she cannot get a place in a government university, what are the reputable private calleges that offer this course? How much will it cost for a degreeprogramme privately? Will she be able to get a job easily with the Minsitry of Education? What are the other areas of employment that she can apply? Thank you.G.Vijayakumar.
Sheikh Muszaphar even state that English is important.
how about doing TESL in Management and Science University (MSU)?
hye.. what about TESL in Management and Science University (MSU)?? is it good?? i think i want to do my TESL there..
To whom it may concern,
I have Bachlor’s degree in English and I’m used to teaching for 7 years I want to continue my studies in master of degree in TESL.I need a scholarship too,PLs help me and send me the name of available universities.
Thanks & regards
Farnaz
Hi, did you get a reply? do you know where to do Masters in TESL in Malaysia?
Eh how come UNISEL don’t have e-mail address to contact?
You can contact UNISEL through http://www.unisel.edu.my. The email address is available in the website. Thank you.
Ya learn soetmhing new everyday. It’s true I guess!
Do not enroll into a B. Ed TESL programme (especially one with a binding contract to teach) if you do not have any interest to teach.
i’ m a dip graduate in TESL…i am interested to continue my Bachelor in TESL, but got financial problem…i have a cgpa of 3.9 in my diploma…do i have any chance of applying for a scholarship for this course.? any suggestions?
helo…. currently i am one of the unisel student for diploma in tesl… after this i hope to further my studies for degree in tesl at unisel as well.. but here i would like to ask something… could i use the degree from unisel to teach in a normal government school??
Yes you can but you still have to go through the application process by MOE.
Hi ..
I am currently doing TESL in IIUM. Well, as far as I know, the course is open to anybody, even you are not from the university’s matriculation program.I was from the UiTM Asasi TESL and I continue my B.Ed in IIUM. To do TESL in most public universities offering the course in Malaysia, one need to get at least a 2.75 CGPA in their Diploma or any Asasi program. STPM leavers can also apply through MOHE. Applicants also need at least a band 4 in their MUET. Surely, like other B.Ed program, we need to go for an interview, MEDSI. When all requirements are met, Insya-Allah, you’ll find yourself dealing with grammars, readings and writings, listening and speaking, lesson plans, teaching materials, etc in no time for 8 semesters… hehehe …
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What if someone who is from asasi undang-undang uitm programme. Can they continue their study in TESL? If so, what are the requirements they need to attain beside getting a band 4 in MUET?
Hye,
Is there any scholarship offer for TESL study in our local university?
I am graduated from UITM in Bachelor of mass communication. Can I do a part time bachelor of tesl and what Universities can I reply for its.
Can an ex pre-law(asasi undang-undang) student from UITM continue their study in TESL? if so, what are the requirements beside getting a BAND 4 in MUET? The minimum CGPA required for pre law students to enter this TESL programme?
Yes, i want to know.. errmmm how bout private ins? could you give a list of it as well…? i studied diploma in tesl and want to cont degree…
any suggestion?