Higher Diploma in English

Higher Diploma in English is an open-ended degree providing versatility to individuals who are hesitant to pave their own career paths. For those who are willing to take matters into their own hands, though, an English Higher Diploma award provides students with skills that are critical in the workplace. In addition it gives students a grounding in English literature and provides innovative teaching techniques through digital elements. Alongside exciting and challenging English Literature modules, you will learn digital skills that are not only necessary to understand how we study literature in the twenty-first century, but also provide invaluable skills that employers require from graduates. This programme will help diplomates to establish themselves as outstanding and unique in a competitive market, all the while offering an enjoyable and varied exploration of English literature.

Applicants whose first language is other than English who wish to undertake this course should have the following qualifications with an IELTS score of 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5 or pass English language for G.C.E. O/L or to pass the Diploma in English programme conducted by ICBT to enter the programme; • Applicants should have a minimum of five GCE (O/L) passes grades with C “passes for Mathematics and English and two GCE (A/L) passes Or • O/L five Passes (including minimum passes (“S”) for Mathematics and English) + OTHM L3 (DHES) (OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies) Or • O/L five Passes (including minimum passes (“S”) for Mathematics and English) + OTHM International diploma (Diploma in Business Administration)

BA (Hons) English

Semester 1 Drama Perspectives Critical Approaches Reading Literature Semester 2 Preparing for TESOL The Characteristics of the English Language Semester 3 Urban and Contemporary Writing Applications of Drama Semester 4 Romanticism and its Legacies TESOL in Practice TESOL in Theory

Graduates with a Higher Diploma in English have diverse career opportunities in both education and creative industries. With TESOL-focused modules, they are well-prepared to become English language teachers locally and internationally, working in schools, language institutes, or higher education. Modules in drama, literature, and contemporary writing open pathways into fields such as content writing, editing, publishing, media, and communications. Skills gained in critical analysis, urban and contemporary writing, and drama applications also support careers in journalism, scriptwriting, and creative industries. Graduates can work as curriculum developers, training facilitators, or corporate communication specialists. The program’s balance of theory and practice enables students to pursue postgraduate studies in English, linguistics, TESOL, or related fields. Overall, this qualification equips students with both professional and academic skills for teaching, creative, and communication-focused careers.