Intensive English Programme

The Intensive English Programme is designed to provide social and academic English language instruction to students preparing for university life and to those intending to improve their English proficiency in a university environment.
 
 
Aim
To develop students’ confidence and competence in using English in social and academic environments.
 
 
Target learners

Individuals who wish to learn English in a university environment;
Pre-university students who are planning to apply for a degree programme or are waiting to enrol in a university;
Local and international students who plan to apply for a postgraduate degree programme;
Local and international students who have been accepted into a postgraduate degree programme but lack adequate competence in English to meet the university’s requirements.
 
Levels
 

1. Foundation English : Language Skills Development (Introductory)
2. Intensive English I : Language Skills Development (Elementary)
3. Intensive English II : Language Skills Development (Intermediate)
4. Intensive English III : Academic Language Skills Development(Upper-Intermediate)
5. Intensive English IV : Academic Language Skills Development (Advanced)

* Enrolment in this English language programme DOES NOT ensure acceptance into an academic programme at Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Tailor-made courses for special Intensive English programmes are also available upon request.   
         
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Application Form

HOW TO APPLY
 

1. Fill in the application form by either downloading it from the website (http://www.sollat.usm.my), or obtaining it from the office.
2. Submit the application form together with receipt of payment  for a minimum of one level which is USD 1100 (RM3200). Please note that this amount paid is non-refundable if you withdraw from the course/programme.
3. Submit the required documents and the application form to:

• Deputy Dean
• Industry and Community Network
• School of Languages, Literacies and Translation
• Universiti Sains Malaysia
• Penang, Malaysia

 
* The letter of offer will be issued upon receipt of the above-mentioned documents.Please give an allowance of 3 weeks for the processing of the application.
 
*Please select the most suitable placement test date (before the session that you intend to join) and register for the test at the office or send an e-mail to
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (Attention: Mr Syed Yusof) stating the date you have chosen.

Method of PAYMENT

For FOREIGN candidates:
Payment can be made via bank draft or telegraphic transfer. Account details are as follows:

Beneficiary
Name : USAINS HOLDING SDN BHD
Address : EUREKA Complex, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 USM Penang, Malaysia.
Account No. : 07090006708-05-7
 
Bank
Name : CIMB Bank
Address : Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 USM Penang, Malaysia
Swift Code : CIBBMYKL
 
If payment is made via cash deposit, bank draft or telegraphic transfer, candidates must also FAX (604-653 2266) or e-mail application form and remittance information to:
 
Deputy Dean
Indusrty & community Network (ICN)
School of Languages, Literacies and Translation
Universiti Sains Malaysia
11800 Minden
Penang Malaysia
 
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Tel: +604-653 3254 / 653 4545
Fax: +604-653 2266

Placement Test  
All students are required to sit for a placement test and the performance in the test will be used to determine the level of entry.
 
Register at the office or send an  e-mail stating the date of your choice to:
                                  
Mr. Syed Yusof Syed Kechik  ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
Deputy Dean
Industry & Community Network
School of Languages, Literacies &  Translation

2012 INTAKE (10-WEEK COURSES)

JANUARY 2012 Intake (3/1/2012 – 18/3/2012)

3/1/2012 – 20/1/2012 (3 weeks)
23/1/2012 – 27/1/2012 (1 week holiday CNY: 23 & 24 Jan)
30/1/2012 – 16/3/2012 (7 weeks)
BREAK (1 week: 19/3/2012 – 23/3/2012)

MARCH 2012 Intake (26/3/2012 – 8/6/2012)

26/3/2012 – 27/4/2012 (5 weeks)
30/4/2012 – 4/5/2012 (1 week holiday)
7/5/2012 – 8/6/2012 (5 weeks)
BREAK (1 week: 11/6/2012 – 15/6/2012)

JUNE 2012 Intake (18/6/2012 – 7/9/2012)

18/6/2012 – 13/7/2012 (4 weeks)
16/7/2012 – 20/7/2012 (1 week holiday)
23/7/2012 – 17/8/2012 (4 weeks)
20/8/2012 – 24/8/2012 (1 week holiday Hari Raya: 19 & 20 Aug)
27/8/2012 – 7/9/2012 (2 weeks)
BREAK (1 week: 10/9/2012 – 14/9/2012)

SEPTEMBER 2012 Intake (17/9/2012 – 30/11/2012)

17/9/2012 – 19/10/2012 (5 weeks)
22/10/2012 – 26/10/2012 (1 week holiday)
29/10/2012 – 30/11/2012 (5 weeks)
BREAK (5 weeks: 3/12/2012 – 4/1/2013)
*New Intake will commence on 7/1/2013
2012 PLACEMENT TEST DATES

JANUARY 2012 INTAKE
 
1. 28 DEC 2011 (Wednesday) - 2.30pm
2. 4 JAN 2012 (Wednesday) - 2.30pm
3. 6 JAN 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
4. 13 JAN 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
5. 20 JAN 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am

MARCH 2012 INTAKE

1. 23 MAC 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
2. 28 MAC 2012 (Wednesday) - 2.30pm
3. 30 MAC 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
4. 6 APR 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
5. 13 APR 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am

JUNE 2012 INTAKE

1. 15 JUNE 2012 (Friday) 9.30am
2. 20 JUNE 2012 (Wednesday) 2.30pm
3. 22 JUNE 2012 (Friday) 9.30am
4. 29 JUNE 2012 (Friday) 9.30am
5. 6 JULY 2012 (Friday) 9.30am

SEPTEMBER 2012 Intake

1. 14 SEPT 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
2. 19 SEPT 2012 (Wednesday) - 2.30pm
3. 21 SEPT 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
4. 28 SEPT 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am
5. 5 OCT 2012 (Friday) - 9.30am