BA English Language and Literature
About
About
The Bachelor of Arts with Honours in English Language and Literature at the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) offers an immersive three-year programme that combines the study of English language and literature within a global context. Students explore diverse literary traditions, linguistic theories, and cultural narratives, developing critical, analytical, and communicative skills that are highly valued in global industries. The dynamic curriculum includes modules such as Studying Literature, Introduction to Linguistics, and Modern and Contemporary Literature, as well as in-depth topics like sociolinguistics, Malaysian literature in English, and Shakespearean drama. This fosters a comprehensive understanding of English as both a world language and a literary tradition.
Emphasising independent research, critical analysis, and professional communication, the programme prepares graduates for diverse careers in education, publishing, media, and other industries where strong language and analytical skills are in demand.
Key facts
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | MYR 126,000 | MYR 150,000 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | MYR 126,000 | MYR 150,000 |
| Estimated cost per year | MYR 42,000 | MYR 50,000 |
Entry Requirements
A Level:
Minimum BCC (excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies)
IB Diploma:
Minimum 24 points overall
STPM:
Minimum BC+C+, excluding Pengajian Am
UEC:
3 B3s and 2 B4s (excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language)
Australian Year 12:
ATAR 78, with consideration for relevant subjects
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD):
75% average across 6 subjects
Canadian Secondary School Diplomas (Other Provinces):
Assessed based on the University’s requirements
Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China):
68% average in Gaokao and minimum 70% overall in Senior High School Diploma
CBSE / CISCE Class XII:
75% average from the best 4 subjects (excluding local language, Environmental Education, general studies, and Physical Education)
Advance Placement (AP):
Minimum 4, 3, 3 in relevant subjects
Diploma - Local Institutions:
Entry to Year 2 assessed on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher
Foundation - Local Institutions:
Requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and good grades in relevant subjects
Nottingham’s Foundation Programme:
Successful completion required
English Language Requirements:
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)
TOEFL (iBT): 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading, and 22 in Speaking)
PTE (Academic): 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)
GCE A Level English: Grade C
GCE AS Level English: Grade C
SPM: CEFR level B2
GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 4
IGCSE (First Language): Grade C / 4
IGCSE (Second Language): Grade B / 6
MUET: Band 4.5
UEC: Grade A2
IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): 4 points
IB English B (Higher Level): 4 points
IB English B (Standard Level): 5 points
OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U): 75%
CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X English: 75% overall (confirmation of English as the medium of instruction required)
Additional Information:
IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE test results must be less than two years old.
IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X English results will only be accepted if the applicant provides a confirmation letter stating that English was the medium of instruction from Class X to Class XII.
Curriculum
Core Modules:
Academic Community
Introduction to Linguistics
Studying Literature
The Influence of English
The Survey of English Literature and Drama
Year 2
Core Modules:
Discourse and Society
Language, Gender, and Sexuality
Literary Linguistics
Modern and Contemporary Literature
Victorian and Fin de Siecle Literature
World Literatures in English
Year 3
Core Modules:
Modern British Fiction since 1950
Patterns, Functions, and the Description of English
Shakespeare and His Contemporaries on the Stage
Sociolinguistics
Optional Modules:
English Dissertation
Malaysian English
Malaysian Literature in English