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This programme starts by constructing a solid foundation of language proficiency and understanding upon which to build progressively more demanding studies of different aspects of the English language. The aim of the programme is to develop in all students an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the language. Through their studies in the programme, students will gain communicative skills for work and study; a good understanding of the structure and use of the language; a critical ability to analyse language and literature in context; understanding of language and society and the place of English in the world and a commitment to personal development through lifelong learning. The programme provides a recognised qualification which is highly valued by employers in areas where language proficiency and the ability to analyse language are important. It will open up career pathways in general administrative and executive work, for example, in the civil service, in non-government organizations as well as in commerce and the business sector. The programme also provides an excellent preparation for language teaching and is listed by the Education Bureau as a Recognized Language Major degree. If a graduate of this programme goes on to complete a postgraduate teaching qualification in English, they will get partial exemption from the Language Proficiency Requirement for English teachers and become a fully qualified English teacher.
There are three pathways for students pursuing this programme. Pathway 1 and 2 are specifically designed for holders of an Associate Degree or equivalent qualification.
Full programme (BLSENGH)
Students admitted to the full programme are required to successfully complete at least 120 credit-units as follows:
(a) 24 credit-units of core courses from Table F-1;
(b) 75 credit-units of concentration courses from Table F-2;
(c) 12 credit-units of Free Choice courses; and
(d) 9 credit-units of University Core courses.
Table F-1: Core courses
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Table F-2: Concentration courses
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Pathway 1 (BLSENGH1)
Students applying for BLSENGH1 should have obtained a recognized Associate Degree, Higher Diploma, or equivalent, in an area related to English studies.
Students admitted to the programme through Pathway 1 are required to successfully complete at least 60 credit-units as follows:
(a) 3 credit-units of core course from Table 1-1;
(b) 6 credit-units of concentration course from Table 1-2;
(c) 12 credit-units of elective courses from Table 1-3;
(d) 18 credit-units of elective courses from Table 1-4;
(e) 12 credit-units of elective courses from Table 1-5; and
(f) 9 credit-units of University Core courses.
Table 1-1: Core course
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Table 1-2: Concentration course
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Table 1-3: Elective courses I
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Table 1-4: Elective courses II
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Table 1-5: Elective courses III
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Pathway 2 (BLSENGH2)
Students applying for BLSENGH2 should have obtained a recognized Associate Degree, Higher Diploma, or equivalent, in an area not related to English studies.
Students admitted to the programme through Pathway 2 are required to successfully complete at least 90 credit-unit as follows:
(a) 15 credit-units of core courses from Table 2-1;
(b) 30 credit-units of concentration courses from Table 2-2;
(c) 18 credit-units of elective courses from Table 2-3;
(d) 18 credit-units of elective courses from Table 2-4; and
(e) 9 credit-units of University Core courses.
Table 2-1: Core courses
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Table 2-2: Concentration courses
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Table 2-3: Elective courses I
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Table 2-4: Elective courses II
Recognized language major degree programmes The BLSENGH programme is included in the Education Bureau’s list of ‘Recognized Language Major Degree Programmes’. In combination with a relevant teacher qualification, graduates are eligible for exemption from the Language Proficiency Requirement for English Language Teachers. |
Early Exit Point
Associate of Language Studies (English) (ALSENG) can serve as an early exit point for Bachelor of Language Studies (English) with Honours (BLSENGH). Students may opt to graduate with ALSENG after completing the required number of credit units and fulfilling the programme graduation requirements. For enquiries, please contact the Programme Leader or the Admissions & Enrolment Team of the Registry.
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Choosing the first courses to get started
The programmes include courses in language proficiency, language studies and in the use of information technology for learning. If you are new to university study you should start your studies with 1000-level courses in English language and information technology for learning, as well as taking the 2000-level language studies course, ENGL 2202AED and ENGL 2203AED.
Once you have developed your language and learning foundation, you can move on to 2000-level language proficiency courses and the 3000-level language studies courses.
For enquiries about the programmes, please contact:
Telephone: 2768 5822
Email: el_adm@hkmu.edu.hk
