ASASI TESL UiTM: ....ANNOUNCEMENT & GENTLE REMINDER...

Sunday, November 21, 2010

....ANNOUNCEMENT & GENTLE REMINDER...

FROM: HEAD OF PROGRAMME, ASASI TESL PROGRAMME

Assalammualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh & salam sejahtera

Dear Asasi TESL students

(1) Kindly be informed that there'll be a meeting on "Kajian Rintis Kepimpinan UiTM" for all Fac Edu lecturers this coming Monday, 22 November 2010 from 9.00 - 10.30 a.m. Hence, classes scheduled from 8.30 - 10.30 a.m. on the aforementioned date will be postponed to a later date. Afternoon/Evening classes are as usual.

(2) Be sure to attend the Special Briefing with representatives from Jabatan Pengajian Tinggi Malaysia this Tuesday, 23 November 2010 -- 9.00 - 11.00 a.m. at Dewan Kuliah INTEC. Since the briefing is COMPULSORY to all Asasi TESL students, all morning classes are postponed to a later date. Afternoon/Evening classes are as usual.

See you all soon! :)

UiTM

ASASI TESL PROGRAMME
Asasi TESL is a full-time preparatory programme that prepares students for entry into B. Ed. (Hons.) TESL programme or other relevant degree programmes at UiTM or other local Public Institutions of Higher Learning (IPTA).
This programme has just started in July 2007. However, it has its root in UiTM’s Pre-TESL programme, a 2-year course to prepare students for UiTM’s Bachelor of Education (Hons.) in TESL programme.
The main distinction between Asasi TESL and its predecessor is now it has grown into a programme that prepares students for other suitable degree programmes instead of only B. Ed (Hons.). TESL programmes in UiTM or other IPTAs in Malaysia. The figure below depicts the path students take in this programme.
The duration of the programme is 2 semesters with 41 credits, where students will undergo an extensive English Language proficiency courses as well as basic introductory courses to English Literature, Drama, Computer Literacy, Malaysian Studies and Principles of Education.
Upon completion of this program, students could proceed to study B. Ed. (Hons) TESL programmes or other relevant degree programmes at any IPTA.
PROGRAM
OUTCOMES
In line with outcome based education, the programme aims to produce students who are able to:
acquire and apply knowledge on basic principles of education, Malaysian history and Education Policies;
acquire and apply fundamental skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing and use of English to pursue related degree programmes;
analyze and experiment with language and literature elements;
communicate ideas effectively and creatively in formal and informal contexts;
interact effectively and work collaboratively within and beyong academic contexts;
develop values and ethics for future undergraduates programmes;
apply knowledge and skills of Information Communication Technology (ICT);
plan and organize projects that involve managerial and entrepreneurial skills;
demonstrate leadership skills through various classroom, group and field work activities.
MODE & DURATION
Full-time: 1 year (2 semesters)
INTAKE
MAY of every year
APPLICATION
http://www.upu.mohe.edu.my
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ASASI TESL PROGRAMME
Candidates who wish to enter this programme must fulfill university requirement and possess the minimum qualifications as follows:
· General Entry Requirements:
An excellent result in SPM or its equivalent, recognized by the Malaysian Government with a minimum of 5 credit B+, B, C+, C grades including Bahasa Malaysia;
· Specific Entry Requirements:
Candidates must fulfill the General University Requirements with:
Distinction (minimum A2/A-) in English AND a credit in Mathematics or Additional Mathematics.
· Candidates must pass a written test AND interview
· Application is only for current year SPM leavers.
CAMPUSES OFFERING ASASI TESL PROGRAMME
· Faculty of Education, UiTM Kampus Seksyen 17, Shah Alam, Selangor
· Kuantan Campus
· Melaka Campus
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Successful candidates will receive financial assistance from Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia as follows:
1. Allowance : RM1,250.00 per semester
2. Fees : RM350.00 per semester
3. Hostel : RM360.00 per semester
4. Airfare* : Return air ticket (once only)*
*(ONLY for students residing in Sabah and Sarawak)

PROSPECTS
Upon the completion of the program, students could:
advance their study to B. Ed. (Hons) TESL programmes or other relevant degree programmes at any IPTA.
THE REQUIREMENTS FOR B. ED. (HONS) TESL @ UITM:
Minimum of 2.50 CGPA
A minimum of Band 4 in MUET
Pass the MEdSI (Malaysian Educators Selection Inventory) written test
Pass the Ministry of Higher Education selection interview
- Pass the MEdSI (Malaysian Educators Selection Inventory) written test
- Pass the Ministry of Higher Education selection interview

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION,
PLEASE CONTACT:
HEAD OF PROGRAMME
ASASI TESL (PI020)
Faculty of Education
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Kampus Seksyen 17
40200 Shah Alam
Selangor.
Tel: 03-55227423 (DR JAMIAH BABA)
Fax : 03-55227412
E-mail : jamia021@salam.uitm.edu.my, asasitesl.uitm@gmail.com

OTHER RELEVANT WEBSITES:
www.uitm.edu.my
http://www.asasi.uitm.edu.my/
www.bpp.uitm.edu.my
www.upu.mohe.edu.my
FACULTY OF EDUCATION, UITM
The Faculty of Education was established in November 1997 with the aim of producing Bumiputera teachers who are knowledgeable and competent and will form the backbone of the country’s education system.
The Faculty works together with the Ministry of Education and other institutions of higher learning in upgrading the quality of teaching in various fields. The faculty embraces the philosophy that learning is a lifelong process.
VISION
To be a world renowned faculty of education based on outstanding scholarship and academic excellence in line with the vision of UiTM and the nation.
MISSION
To upgrade the intellectual and educational expertise of Bumiputeras who are capable of being leaders in various educational careers, able to guide and educate a young generation who are holistic and practices life long education.
OBJECTIVES
To produce educators who are knowledgeable, competent in their respective areas of specialization and able to manage and develop students in line with the National Education Philosophy
To produce educators who are competitive in a globalised era, pious, innovative and holistic.
To offer innovative programmes which cater to various educational fields of specialisation.
To offer programmes of various educational level to provide a wider opportunity for life-long learning.
To offer level programmes in various modes, fulltime and part-time (out of campus, franchises, distance learning and flexible learning).
To ensure that programmes offered are of international standard and accredited by local and international institutions.

ASASI TESL UiTM

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....ANNOUNCEMENT & GENTLE REMINDER...

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