Master of English Studies
- (R2/224/7/0064 (A11501) 10/25)
- 6 Semesters / 2 Years 0 Months
- EPF Withdrawal Available
Overview
OUM’S Master of English Studies programme, or MEST, is an advanced degree that caters to learners seeking to deepen and widen their appreciation of English. Suitable for both English and non-English majors, and uniquely different from traditional offerings, the MEST curriculum is reflective of English as an evolving intellectual discipline offered in progressive universities across the globe. Providing learners with a thorough immersion in the discipline, MEST features exciting courses in writing, linguistics, literature, and cultural studies.
Learners who successfully complete an English Studies programme at OUM can expect to be able to:
- demonstrate advanced English language proficiency skills and knowledge
- engage imaginatively in the advanced process of reading, analysing and/or producing complex and sophisticated literary and non-literary texts and discourse
- demonstrate knowledge and appreciation of contextual approaches to the production and reception of texts and discourses across fields
- reflect critically upon textual production and reception across time and space and in their own practice
- apply a range of subject-specific and transferrable skills, including high-order conceptual, analytic and communication skills embark on further study in English or related disciplines at higher levels.
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Mapping English Studies | 3 |
| Academic Writing for Postgraduates | 3 |
| Reading Literature | 3 |
| Language, Power & Society | 3 |
| Research in English Studies I | 3 |
| Global Englishes | 3 |
| Creative Nonfiction | 3 |
| Sense of Style | 3 |
| World Literature | 3 |
| Total | 27 |
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Malaysian Fiction | 3 |
| Literary Theory | 3 |
| Cultural Studies | 3 |
| Film and Society in Contemporary Southeast Asia | 3 |
| Postcolonial Writings | 3 |
| Total | 9 |
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Research in English Studies II | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
Malaysian Learner Fees
| Year 1 | RM3,324 (Sem 1) | RM3,324 (Sem 2) | RM3,324 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM3,324 (Sem 4) | RM4,986 (Sem 5) | RM4,986 (Sem 6) |
| TOTAL | RM23,268 | ||
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Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens
* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
The University offers 50%Â discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
The discounts are not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.
Note
Processing fee:Â RM50
Re-registration fee of RM220 per semester is chargeable for extension of the Research Thesis/DissertationÂ
| Financial options: | Payment Mode: |
| EPF (Account 2); or | JomPAY |
| Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; or | Internet Banking |
| HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); or | Debit/Credit Card. |
International Learner Fees
| Year 1 | RM3,990 (Sem 1) | RM3,990 (Sem 2) | RM3,990 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM3,990 (Sem 4) | RM5,985 (Sem 5) | RM5,985 (Sem 6) |
| TOTAL | RM27,930 | ||
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Notes:
1 – Fees applicable to International applicants
2 – The fee above excludes registration fee, processing fee and resource fee. Fee imposed first semester only-non refundable . (Diploma RM2,700; Bachelor RM3,200, Master RM3,700, PhD/Doctorate RM4,200).
3 – Financial method: Telegraphic Transfer , PayPal (Invoice will be prepared in MYR and will be added 6% to cover PayPal transaction fees.)
4 – The fees are for subject fees only and are not applicable for research, registration, repeating of subjects and other fees.
5 – 60% payment of the semester fees must be made before the semester starts, 40% payment before the examination week.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
**LATEST UPDATE: 30 August 2022
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
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Highly knowledgeable and technically competent in the English language and advanced literacy skills, and driven to provide equitable solutions to the relevant stakeholders. |
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Equipped with advanced interpersonal and communicative skills, able to collaborate well with others, and lead where required, in the multiple domains of life. |
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Ethically upright and compassionate members of society. |
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Creatively driven to continually acquire new knowledge and skills as a commitment to lifelong learning, as well as to create entrepreneurial opportunities for the advancement of self and society. |
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
| 1 | Demonstrate mastery of knowledge and understanding of the underlying values, concepts, theories, and skills relevant to English Studies. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Knowledge & Understanding (C) |
| 2 | Employ advanced knowledge and skills to evaluate and process new information in order to creatively resolve arising issues in typical and novel situations within and beyond the discipline. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Cognitive Skills (C) |
| 3 | Demonstrate practical competence such as planning, organising, and implementing in fulfilling work, study, and life responsibilities. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Practical Skills (P) |
| 4 | Apply nuanced interpersonal skills in managing and cultivating relationships with individuals and teams from wide-ranging backgrounds in professional and social contexts. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Interpersonal Skills (P) |
| 5 | Convey ideas and viewpoints cogently, professionally, and convincingly in appropriate language and across mediums and situations to diverse audiences. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Communication Skills (P) |
| 6 | Demonstrate skills in selecting and using the appropriate information/digital technologies to enhance work and studies in an ethical, socially responsible manner. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Digital Skills (A) |
| 7 | Textualise visual data presented in such forms as charts, graphs, and tables, and conversely visualise textual data by way of making meaning of the past and present, or anticipating future trends. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Numeracy Skills (A) |
| 8 | Demonstrate significant autonomy, leadership, and responsibility in fulfilling ethical goals and objectives. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Leadership, Autonomy, & Responsibility (A) |
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Demonstrate progressive life skills and attributes leading to self-care and self-development, encompassing such characteristics as enthusiasm for independent learning, self-control, social etiquette, and professionalism. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Personal Skills (A) |
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Value and cultivate the technical, management and personal skills, competencies and attributes recognised as entrepreneurial skills. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Entrepreneurial Skills (A) |
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Commit to ethical, professional, and compassionate behaviour in line with personal, organisational and occupational codes of conduct. MQF LEARNING OUTCOME DOMAIN: Ethics & Professionalism (A) |
Do you have more questions?
English graduates have thrived in diverse careers. This is because they possess not only subject knowledge and subject specific skills, but also such transferable graduate skills as advanced literacy and communication skills, critical reasoning, and the capacity to critically analyse diverse forms of discourse.
Interesting and diverse career paths await English graduates, including
1. Teaching
2. Training
3. Journalism
4. Management
5. Professional Writing
6. Creative Writing
7. Research
8. Editorial
9. Advertising
10. Media
11. Public Relations
12. Academia
13. Theatre
14. Consultancy
15. and more.
The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.
The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.
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