Malay Language Level

AY2017/2018 Semester 1

The course covers: The pronunciation system, basic language patterns and essential vocabulary (words and phrases ) to achieve basic competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing skills; Study of dialogues and graded readings covering common and everyday practices aimed at providing some insight into Malay culture; Basic communication skills such as understanding and conveying simple messages and ideas through lessons on greetings and meeting people, telling of time, numerals, colours and nature; and Writing of postcards, e-mail and beginners' composition in the form of paragraphs. This course is tailored for new learners who do not have any prior knowledge of the Malay Language. A Placement test or interview is required for all Malaysian and Indonesian students, including those whose parent(s) are Malaysian or Indonesian.