MUET 101:Introduction to MUET

Malaysian University English Test

LOWER 6 ORIENTATION 2015

MUET Teachers for 2015

What is MUET?

1. A placement test for any Malaysian students

intending to further studies to local IPTAs

2. and IPTS.

3. Pre-U Preparatory English Test

4. There is no passing or failing marks only

bands , Band 1 until Band 6.

5. Most universities still accept Band 1&2 for

entrance into universities but the students

are required to score Band 3-Band 4 to

graduate.

What will I learn in MUET?

4 Main Language Skills

1. Listening

2. Speaking

3. Reading Comprehension

4. Writing

- All contemporary global and local issues.

- Higher level thinking skills

- Social skills

- Self-management skills

- Study skills

- Coaching and motivation

- leadership

Paper 21. The most exciting paper

2. Speaking

3. 2 Tasks

4. Task 1: Individual Presentation

5. Task 2: Group Discussion

6. Procedures:

Task A

-1 minute silent reading

-2 minutes individual preparation

-2 minutes presentation

Task B

-2 minutes preparation

-maintain or change povs

-10 minutes discussion

-30 minutes

Paper 3 : Reading Comprehension

The most intensive paper

6 long general passages on various themes like global issues, environmental issues, international commerce and trades, world politics, social issues , graphs and etc.

Section 1-2: True, False and Not Stated Questions

Section 3-6: General Reading Comprehension

-11/2 hrs

-45 questions

-120

Paper 4: Writing

Question 1: Report Writing

-develop your analytical skills

-develop you quantitative/qualitative analytical skills

-2 graphs

-your are to link the information in the following format:

Introduction : C1+Ov

Content

Conclusion

40 marks

Question 2: Argumentative Essays

-Further develops your writing skills and elevate them further so that you will be well prepared for the writing assignments required at university level.

- Argumentative essays

- 60 marks

- On any contemporary topics

- Format is as follow:

- Introduction ( GS+TS)

- Content (TSs+Explanation+Examples)

- COnclusion

How will MUET benefit me?

O 1. It will improve your listening skills. You will be able to understand various social and formal English communication better.

2. It will improve your confidence and fluency in speaking. You will be able to express yourself more confidently.

3.You will know about more global, national and local issues. You will have a broader views and understanding of the world around you. You will read more and understand more. Your vocabulary will be expanded.

4. You will know how to write technical/statistical reports. You will know how to compare and contrast (analyse) information in an accurate manner using accurate language.

5. You will learn to write argumentative essays/thought provoking essays using the right techniques. You will be able to move beyond just narrating or describing to a more persuasive levels.

All these skills will be helpful when you go to university.

How much will it cost me?

O RM 101.00 for exam fees

How should I prepare for MUET?

O 1. Practice a positive and open mind.

2. Open your heart to the possibilities of learning

something new every day.

3. Read widely outside the classroom.

4. Be curious about global, national and local issues.

5. Know how to express your opinions. Practice your

freedom to speak on issues.

6. Listen to more English channels on tv and radios.

7. Expand your vocabulary by reading, talking,

playing scrabbles, crossword puzzles and etc.

8. Follow MUET related blogs or pages on social

media.

Characteristics of Students who Get Band 3 and Band 4 for MUET:

1. They pay attention in class

2. They complete their tasks

3. They work closely with their teachers

4. They read widely at home

5. They discuss issues with friends and families

6. They work hard to improve their basics

7. They practice writing

8. They never give up.

9. They enjoy writing.

10. They love reading.