Bachelor of Education (TESL) with Honours
- (R3-DL/145/6/0024 (A8372) 09/29)
- 13 Semesters / 4 Years 4 Months
- EPF Withdrawal Available
Overview
The Bachelor of Education with Honours (TESL) comprises subjects from both the education and English language fields. Students are required to accumulate 120 credit hours in order to graduate.
The curriculum focuses on three main components:
- development of the foundations of education and pedagogical knowledge;
- enhancement of curriculum and pedagogical knowledge in TESL; and
- improvement of knowledge in English language and TESL.
The integrated approach of the curriculum is designed to improve student’s knowledge, skills and attitude so as to enable him/her to stimulate pupil’s intellectual interest in English language learning and acquisition and guide them towards academic success in school.
*This programme is not available for International intake
GENERAL STUDIES COURSES
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Falsafah Dan Isu Semasa 2 | 2 |
| Penghayatan Etika Dan Peradaban 2 | 2 |
| Entrepreneurship 2 | 3 |
| Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah 2 | 3 |
Community Service | 2 |
UNIVERSITY COMPULSORY
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Learning Skills for 21st Century | 3 |
| English for Written Communication | 3 |
| English for Oral Communication | 3 |
| English for Science and Technical Purposes | 3 |
CORE COURSES
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Educational Psychology | 3 |
| Sociology and Philosophy of Education in Malaysia | 3 |
| Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| Co-curricular Education | 3 |
| Introduction to Guidance and Counseling | 3 |
| Inclusive Education | 3 |
| Principles of Instructional Technology | 3 |
| Practicum | 9 |
MAJOR COURSES
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Introduction to General Linguistics | 3 |
| English phonetics and phonology | 3 |
| Psycholinguistics in language teaching | 3 |
| Sociolinguistics in language teaching | 3 |
| Principles and practice of TESL methodology | 3 |
| Teaching of grammar in ESL | 3 |
| Morphology, Syntax and Semantics | 3 |
| Teaching of writing in ESL | 3 |
| Reading in ESL | 3 |
| Teaching of reading in ESL | 3 |
| Listening and speaking in ESL | 3 |
| Teaching listening and speaking in ESL | 3 |
| Teaching of drama and poetry in ESL | 3 |
| Introduction to novels & short stories | 3 |
| Teaching of novels and short stories in ESL | 3 |
| Testing and evaluation in ESL | 3 |
| Pedagogical content knowledge | 3 |
| English for specific purposes | 3 |
| Grammar in ESL | 3 |
ELECTIVE COURSES
| Subject Name | Credit Hours |
| Principles of Management for Non-Business Major | 3 |
| Thinking Skills & Problem Solving | 3 |
| Basic Concepts of Information Technology | 3 |
| Introduction to Multimedia Technology | 3 |
| Motivation and Emotion | 3 |
| Public Speaking | 3 |
Malaysian Learner Fees
| Year 1 | RM1,944 (Sem 1) | RM1,944 (Sem 2) | RM1,728 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM1,728 (Sem 4) | RM1,728 (Sem 5) | RM1,944 (Sem 6) |
| Year 3 | RM1,944 (Sem 7) | RM1,944 (Sem 8) | RM1,944 (Sem 9) |
| Year 4 | RM1,944 (Sem 10) | RM1,944 (Sem 11) | RM2,592 (Sem 12) |
| Year 5 | RM2,592 (Sem 13) | ||
| TOTAL | RM25,920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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% 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: RM30
| 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 | RM2,333 (Sem 1) | RM2,333 (Sem 2) | RM2,074 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM2,074 (Sem 4) | RM2,074 (Sem 5) | RM2,333 (Sem 6) |
| Year 3 | RM2,333 (Sem 7) | RM2,333 (Sem 8) | RM2,333 (Sem 9) |
| Year 4 | RM2,333 (Sem 10) | RM2,333 (Sem 11) | RM3,110 (Sem 12) |
| Year 5 | RM3,110 (Sem 13) | ||
| TOTAL | RM31,104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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: 20 November 2024
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
This programme aims to produce graduates that are:
PEO 1: To produce Education Practitioners who have broad knowledge with practical skills capable of using appropriate numerical techniques and digital technologies in the educational settings.
PEO 2: To produce Education Practitioners who lead with accountability, communicate and interact with internal and external stakeholders when working in various educational settings.
PEO 3: To produce Education Practitioners who uphold professional and ethical practices in all educational settings.
PEO 4: To produce Education Practitioners with positive attitude, entrepreneurial mind set and sustainable practices in enhancing their career.
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
| PLO | MQF LO | |
| PLO 1: | Analyse broad areas of knowledge on the structure, content and methodology in education, to address the challenges of a dynamic curriculum. | 1. Knowledge and Understanding |
| PLO 2: | Demonstrate practical skills in using current teaching techniques, including the use of digital technology in different educational settings. | 3. Practical Skills 6. Digital Skills |
| PLO 3: | Integrate analytical and numerical skills in analysing and solving complex problems related to teaching practices and organisational performance. | 2. Cognitive Skills 7. Numeracy Skills |
| PLO 4: | Demonstrate leadership with responsibility and autonomy in all educational setting. | 8. Leadership, Autonomy and Responsibility |
| PLO 5: | Contribute with commitment either individually or through team work with good communication and interpersonal skills in delivering educational services to stakeholders. | 4. Interpersonal Skills 5. Communication Skills |
| PLO 6: | Uphold professionalism and ethics to fulfil professional teaching standards at all times. | 11. Ethics and Professionalism |
| PLO 7: | Exhibit positive attitude and commitment to life-long learning with entrepreneurial mind-set in response to the changing world of education and for career progression. | 9. Personal Skills 10. Entrepreneurial Skills |
FAQs
- What is TESL? What is BETESL?
TESL is an acronym for Teaching English as a Second Language. It is related to teaching English in countries where English is widely used but is not the first language. BETESL is an acronym for Bachelor of Education (Teaching English as a Second Language) with Honours. - What are the BETESL Entry Requirements?
There are two entry alternatives:
a. Normal Entry
– Pass SPM/SPMV/MCE or its equivalent with 2 credits; AND
– Pass STPM/HSC or its equivalent with minimum 2 Principals (CGPA 2.00); or
– Pass a recognised Diploma; or
– Pass a recognised Matriculation Certificate; or
– Pass a recognised Teaching Certificate from teacher training college; or
– Pass a recognised Polytechnic Certificate; or
– Other recognised equivalent qualifications. OR
b. APEL entry
– Malaysian; and
– Candidate must be 21 years old and above in the year of an application being made; and
– Have previous working experience/learning relevant to the field applied; and
– Pass APEL Assessment for Bachelor Degree (conducted by OUM). - Do I need to have a MUET certificate to register for this programme?
Candidates do not need to have a MUET certificate as this programme has its own English courses. - How long is the duration of the programme, and how many semesters in a year?
Duration: 4.5 years with 13 semesters. There are 3 semesters per year. - What will I learn from this programme?
In this programme, you will be taught and groomed to be an educator yourself. You will be theoretically informed and practically equipped to be caring, committed, and competent, for the higher learning institutional sector. You will be capable of using knowledge of the current trends in language teaching, apply creative approaches to teaching and problem-solving, and integrate computer skills in classroom teaching. - There are many BETESL programmes offered at other universities. Why do I have to choose OUM?
The Bachelor of Education with Honours (TESL) offered by OUM is comprised of subjects from both the education and English language fields. Learners are required to accumulate 120 credit hours in order to graduate.As the first Open University in the country, OUM initially opened to 753 learners in 2001. A decade later, OUM has over 180,000 learners in more than 50 academic programmes in 35 learning centres. The number of graduates has reached 85,000 graduates. The MQA Rating System for Higher Education Institutions in Malaysia for 2011 (SETARA’11) has rated OUM as a Tier 5 (Excellent) institution. - What are the benefits of studying TESL in OUM?
Once you graduate and receive a Bachelor of Education (TESL) with Honours from OUM, you will be qualified to teach ESL in a variety of ways around the world. Wide opportunities for teaching English is offered to you, ranging from being an English teacher to primary school students to teaching fluent professionals trying to perfect their accent in after-school classes. ESL graduates and educators are very much in high demand throughout the world. You can also create a career out of teaching English. - Does the BETESL programme in OUM accredited and recognized by MQA?
Starting from 2007, MQA’s accreditation for Open University Malaysia (OUM) has no expiry date except for professional qualifications, which are usually accredited for 1 to 5 years. MQA’s accreditation is perpetual, and the date of its commencement starts from the date of which qualification is accredited.Visit our website for the recognition and accreditation info: https://www.oum.edu.my/recognition-and-accreditation/ - What are the job opportunities after I finished the programme?
As an OUM BETESL graduate, you will be qualified to teach English as a second language in public and private schools as well as colleges and language centres. - Here are some of your career options:
– English Language Teacher (Primary School)
– English Language Teacher (Secondary School)
– English Tutor
– Language Trainer
You can also pursue other careers such as:
– Media / Broadcasting
– Advertising / Digital Copywriter
– Guidance Counsellor
– English Course Materials Developer
– Journalist
– Marketing Executive
– Public Relations Executive - What is the financial assistance for further studies in OUM?
Financial options:
– PTPTN; or
– EPF (Account 2); or
– Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; or
– HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); or
– Flexible Payment Scheme.
Do you have more questions?
Here are some common types of career fields and examples of career opportunities for graduates with a Bachelor of Education (TESL) with Honours:
| Career Field | Career Opportunities |
|---|---|
| K-12 Education | 1. English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher 2. TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) 3. Classroom Teacher in English Language Learner (ELL) Programs 4. Curriculum Developer for Language Education 5. Literacy Specialist |
| Adult Education | 1. Adult ESL Instructor 2. Community College ESL Professor 3. Workforce Development Trainer 4. Corporate Language Trainer 5. English Language Coach for Immigrants |
| Educational Policy and Administration | 1. Educational Consultant for Language Programs 2. Program Coordinator for Language Instruction 3. Educational Policy Analyst 4. School Administrator or Principal with ESL expertise 5. Curriculum Designer for Language and Literacy |
| Language Services | 1. English Language Assessor for Testing Organizations 2. Translator or Interpreter 3. Language Consultant for Multinational Corporations 4. Online Language Course Developer 5. Language Specialist for Publishing Companies |
| International Opportunities | 1. English Language Teacher Abroad (e.g., TEFL) 2. International School English Instructor 3. Peace Corps Language and Education Volunteer 4. Educational Aid Worker in Nonprofit Organizations 5. ESL Program Coordinator for International Students |
| Research and Development | 1. Language Education Researcher 2. Research Assistant in Language Acquisition Studies 3. Language Assessment Specialist 4. Content Developer for Language Learning Apps 5. Educational Technology Consultant |
Here are some common types of career fields and examples of career opportunities:
- English Language Teacher (Primary School or Secondary School)
- English Tutor
- Language Trainer
- Media / Broadcasting
- Advertising / Digital Copywriter
- Guidance Counsellor
- English Course Materials Developer
- Journalist
- Marketing Executive
- Public Relations Executive
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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