Synopsis
Topics
- The Meaning of Linguistics
- The Definition of Linguistics
- Important concepts in the Definition of Linguistics
- Fields of Linguistics
- History of Linguistics
- Current Linguistics Teories
- Structural Linguistics
- Transformational Grammar
- Systemic Functional Grammar
- The Four Features of Language
- The Origin of Language
- Language Families
- Language Typology
Learning Outcome
- List basic linguistic concepts. (B1)
- Define the subdisciplines in linguistics. (B1)
- Discuss key areas in linguistic studies of Malay. (B2)
- Describe how languages work in particular Malay in terms of its phonology, morphology and grammar. (B2)
- Explain the main components of the Malay Language. (B2)
- Illustrate how the different aspects of language components work. (B3)
- Operate key areas of Malay Language research they are particularly interested in. (B3)
Week # | Day | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | 7PM | 10PM |
3 | 2 | 7PM | 10PM |
5 | 3 | 7PM | 10PM |
7 | 4 | 7PM | 10PM |
9 | 5 | 7PM | 10PM |
11 | 6 | 7PM | 10PM |
Relevance of Course to employment/upskilling/reskilling
MLL101 Introduction to Malay Linguistics is highly relevant for individuals seeking to enhance their employability in the fields of education and applied linguistics. This course is tailored for those aiming to become Language School Teachers, Private Tutors, or educators in primary and secondary settings by focusing on elements of Malay Linguistics including but not limited to morphology, phonology and syntax. The curriculum emphasizes understanding of how the Malay Language works which are crucial skills in today’s job as a teacher or educator. Furthermore, the course enhances competencies in reading, writing, speaking standard Malay.
Schedule
| Week # | Day | Time | Seminar | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 1 | The Definition of Linguistics The Meaning of Linguistics |
| 3 | 2 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 2 | Important concepts in the Definition of Linguistics Fields of Linguistics |
| 5 | 3 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 3 | Current Linguistics Theories History of Linguistics |
| 7 | 4 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 4 | Structural Linguistics Transformational Grammar |
| 9 | 5 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 5 | Systemic Functional Grammar The Four Features of Language The Origin of Language |
| 11 | 6 | 7PM-10PM | Seminar Session 6 | Language Families, Language Typology |
Trainer Information
Dr. Sahri Bin Md Salleh
Dr. Sahri Bin Md Salleh is an Associate Faculty member at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and several tertiary institutions in Singapore. He holds a PhD in Malay Language from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and has over three decades of experience in education. His expertise includes Malay linguistics, discourse analysis, language pedagogy, and curriculum design. Dr. Sahri has served as a Curriculum Planning Officer at Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE), where he was involved in syllabus development, instructional materials design, and teacher professional development. He has also held leadership roles as Subject Head for Malay Language in secondary schools. At the tertiary level, he lectures in linguistics and Malay language modules, coordinates language electives, supervises pre-service teachers during practicum, and contributes to course and assessment development. His academic interests focus on linguistics, critical discourse analysis, and discourse analysis.
Course Fees
| International Participants | Singapore Citizens (below 40yrs) & Permanent Residents (aged 21 and above) | SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy1 (S'poreans aged 40 and above) | Enhanced Training Support for SME2 (Singaporean and PRs) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Course fee (A) | $1,753.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,461.00 |
| SSG grant (70%) (B) | - | $1,022.70 | $1,022.70 | $1,022.70 |
| Nett course fee (A) - (B) = (C) | $1,753.00 | $438.30 | $438.30 | $438.30 |
| 9% GST on nett course fee (D) | $157.77 | $39.45 | $39.45 | $39.45 |
| Total nett course fee payable, including GST (C) + (D) = (E) | $1910.77 | $477.75 | $477.75 | $477.75 |
| Less additional funding if eligible under various schemes (F) | - | - | $292.20 | $292.20 |
| Total nett course fee payable, including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes (E) - (F) = (H) | $1,910.77 | $477.75 | $185.75 | $185.75 |
1 Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy:
Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course
fees.
2 Enhanced Training Support
for SMEs: SME-sponsored employees (Singaporean Citizens and PRs) aged 21
and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.
- Participants are required to achieve at least 75% attendance and pass any prescribed examinations/assessments or submit any course/project work (if any) under the course requirement.
- Participants are required to complete all surveys and feedbacks related to the course.
- The course fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the course fees without prior notice.
- Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to amend
and/or revise the above schedule without prior notice.
For clarification, please contact the SUSS Academy via the following:
Telephone: +65 6248 0263
Email: [email protected]