English Language Studies
International Islamic University of MalaysiaProgram Overview
The English Language Studies at International Islamic University of Malaysia is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the English Language Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 11,137 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English Language Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The programme basically requires two years of full time study or four years on a part time basis.
- Students in this programme are engaged in in-depth study of the linguistic aspects of the English language.
- Students have a choice of selecting the coursework and thesis or coursework only programme.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
University requirements as stated in the application form
- For international applicants: TOEFL (600) or IELTS (Band 7.0)
- For Malaysian applicants: TOEFL (600) or IELTS (Band 7.0) or EPT (Band 7.0)
- If the degree was obtained from a university in an English speaking country, applicants may request a waiver of this requirement in writing
For non-English majors, the following conditions apply before applicants can embark on the Masters programmes.
- One year of undergraduate English courses with PASS grades (B or higher) for each course (language or literature, according to choice of programme)
- CGPA of 2.8 (out of 4.0) or the equivalent
- Relevant working experience will be an added advantage
- University requirements as stated in the application form
- For international applicants: TOEFL (600) or IELTS (Band 7.0)
- For Malaysian applicants: TOEFL (600) or IELTS (Band 7.0) or EPT (Band 7.0)
- If the degree was obtained from a university in an English speaking
- Country, applicants may request a waiver of this requirement in writing
- Complete the relevant pre-requisite courses
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,137 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,137 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact International Islamic University of Malaysia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About International Islamic University of Malaysia
International Islamic University of Malaysia
Gombak, Malaysia
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) is a public university in Malaysia. Headquartered in Gombak, Selangor, IIUM has six other campuses all over Malaysia: two medical-centric...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
