I want to study in Malaysia, but my English is not good enough, IELTS is not up to standard, what should I do?

In the situation of domestic 985, 211 exams and examinations so rolled, Malaysia, a treasure study abroad countries are increasingly recognized by domestic students and parents, mainly from Malaysia's high quality educational resources and unique culture attracted everyone. If you want to consider going abroad, English language score is a problem that must be solved. Regarding the language score, many people will have the following questions:

What if I want to study in Malaysia and my English is not good?

I don't want to take IELTS, is there any other easier English test?

What should I do if I haven't gotten 5.5 after 3 months of preparation?

Is there any language class to study in Malaysia?

Today, I combine my own experience and the actual situation in Malaysia to introduce you to a very easy and fast to get the language results of the language courses - ELS. why we recommend ELS, because it has a greater advantage than IELTS.

What language scores are recognized by universities in Malaysia?

Before learning about ELS, let's first popularize the types of language scores that are recognized for studying in Malaysia. Studying in Malaysia usually requires applicants to have a certain level of English language proficiency to ensure that they are able to successfully complete the program and adapt to the academic environment. Specific language requirements may vary from school to school, major to major, and program to program, but the following are general language requirements:

01、IELTS

IELTS is one of the most commonly accepted English language tests. Typically, undergraduate students require an overall score between 5.0 and 6.5, and graduate students usually require between 5.5 and 6.5.

02. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

TOEFL is also widely accepted. The total score required may range from 80 to 110, and the specific requirements will vary depending on the school and program.

03、PTE Exam

This is a global English language test that is also accepted by some Malaysian colleges and universities. The usual score requirement is between 36 and 59.

04、Cambridge English Test

Some schools may accept Cambridge English Examinations such as CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) or CPE (Cambridge Professional English).

05、Malaysia's Domestic Examination MUET

Some schools may accept Malaysian domestic English test scores, such as MUET (Malaysian University English Test).

06、ELS Language Level Certificate

More than 20 colleges and universities in Malaysia may recognize ELS language scores, usually undergraduate students are required to reach level 107, and master's and doctoral students reach level 109.

What is the ELS English test?

The ELS International Language Center was founded in the United States in 1961 and has more than 140 centers around the world.

The ELS Center in Malta was established in 1990 and is the only ELS center in Malta to have signed a cooperation agreement with ELS. To date, there are four ELS centers in Malaysia, two of which are located on the campuses of Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), which means that the ELS English Language Center hosts the language classes of these two schools. If you get a conditional offer or if your language is not up to par, you can choose to attend an ELS language class and pass it. directly into the majors.

Students from 143 different countries are currently enrolled in ELS, and a total of 1.2 million students have been taught at ELS, and the number continues to grow.

In fact, apart from the above mentioned UPM and UTM, there are a total of 20 tertiary institutions in Malaysia that accept ELS language scores. All you need to do is to complete level 107 or 109 of the ELS language program and pass the level test, then you can get the CIEP (Certified Intensive English Programme) Certificate of Completion issued by ELS, which is equivalent to IELTS 5.5-6.5, and can be used to apply for colleges and universities in Malaysia directly, without the need to take IELTS or TOEFL. This saves you time and money while improving your English language skills and confidence.

Applicable People:

People who have no confidence in IELTS, have difficulty in learning English on their own, but want to study in Malaysia. They can improve their overall language ability while obtaining language scores and certificates in a short period of time to ensure a smooth enrollment.

C. How to take ELS English courses?

◎ Age Requirement

Online class: 16 years old or above.

Offline classes: due to the student visa, the age of 18 years old.

◎ Class Format

Online lessons: You can follow the lessons at home without going abroad.

Offline lessons: You need to come to Malaysia to attend the offline teaching center.

Levels

100 - 109 Ten levels

Beginner:100 

Basic communication in daily life;

Understand slow and clear English;

Understand some words and phrases.

Beginner:101, 102, 103

Perform basic communication in daily life;

Understand slow and clear English ;

Understanding some words and phrases.

Answer simple questions and directions. (Analogies correspond to domestic junior high school English levels)

Intermediate:104, 105, 106

Can communicate facts and ideas;

Can understand most questions and statements at a normal speed;

Converse with native speakers;

By level 106, be prepared to take a college preparatory or foundation course, or an academic test preparation course for IELTS or TOEFL (analogies correspond to domestic high school English proficiency)

Advanced: 107, 108, 109

Communicate effectively in most social situations;

Maintains extended conversations with native English speakers;

By level 107, readiness for graduation classes and certain undergraduate programs should not be a problem;

Being ready for most undergraduate programs should not be a problem by level 108;

By level 109, be confident in starting a university degree or graduate program.

Special Notes

01.A placement test is required to determine your English language proficiency and starting level of ELS before you begin classes. Scheduling at the correct level ensures that your course is relevant and appropriate for your ability and learning goals. For example, if the test result is 105, you will only need to study for 3 months (3 levels) to receive your 107 certificate.

02. Every four weeks is a level, and students who meet the requirements for their level will advance to the next level.

03.In the last class of each level, a test will be given and students will be promoted to the next level if they pass the test. (The content of the test is learned in class, so the passing rate is high)

◎ Class time

The schedule of classes that will be held in each month of 2024 is as follows:

Online classes will be held as follows: (from 8:30 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. with a 1 hour and 20 minute break and lunch.)

◎ Course Features

Class Size: Average of 9 students per class, maximum of 12

Schedule: 15 lessons per week, 75 minutes per lesson

Duration: Each level requires 4 weeks of study

Start date: Courses can be joined every month

Advantages of ELS compared to IELTS

1. Highly recognized

The ELS Certificate of Completion is recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education in Malaysia as a proof of English language proficiency and can be used as a substitute for TOEFL and IELTS when applying for admission to 20 public universities in Malaysia, as well as UPM, UTM and many private universities. 

2. Low Total Cost 

Study costs: Each level of online study costs around 4,300 RMB. 

Example:

For example, a high school graduate with an average score of 103 can study at the 107th grade level for an undergraduate degree, so the total cost of studying from the 103rd grade to the 107th grade level is about 22,000 yen for five levels.

If you start with level 105 and finish with level 109, the total cost will be about 22,000 RMB for 5 levels. 

The advantages of ELS over IELTS are as follows

The test is in-house and easy to pass;

It is cheaper than IELTS which costs 20,000 to 30,000 RMB in China;

You can save money if the starting point of the assessment is higher.

Free in-house tests after each band, no separate test fees.

The IELTS test costs 2,000+ and there is no guarantee of the test result.

The IELTS test costs 2,000+ and there is no guarantee of the test result. You can really improve your English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while getting the level certificate and enrolling in the school.

3. Faster and high pass rate

Each section of the program lasts four weeks (from Monday to Friday morning), so most students can finish the program and take the exam in about six months and go on to a master's or doctoral program. The pass rate is around 90%, which means that if you attend the course carefully, you will almost always pass. 

4. Scientific step-by-step learning progress

The step-by-step progression method takes into account the needs of different levels. Combined with practice in listening, spoken language, vocabulary and grammar, the skills learned in the various classroom activities are used to improve language accuracy for future study and research.

5. Teachers are native speakers from around the world.

All ELS teachers are TESOL/TESL qualified and have received specialized training through the ELS Teacher Certification Program.

6. Classes with students from all over the world

According to the CEO of ELS, the biggest advantage of their program is that their classes are taught by international students from all over the world, and there are group discussions, group assignments and so on, which increase the interaction between students and make the classroom atmosphere relaxing and pleasant, which is more conducive to the students' learning of English.

ELS scores are recognized by which schools?

▶ UPM, Universiti Putra Malaysia

In 2012, ELS established its first on-campus language learning center at Universiti Putra Malaysia. At the same time, UPM officially recognized the ELS Proficiency Standards as proof of English proficiency for admission to its undergraduate and graduate programs.

▶ Universiti Teknologi Malaysia UTM

In 2015, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia officially recognized the ELS proficiency standard as an alternative to IELTS and TOEFL, and recognized ELS language scores as proof of English proficiency for undergraduate and master's degree admission.

Apart from the above two universities, ELS language results have been recognized by more than 20 tertiary institutions in Malaysia. As long as you have the appropriate level certificate, you can enroll without having to take IELTS or TOEFL.