Program Title : Master of Arts Program in English for Communication

Degree Offered : Master of Arts (English for Communication) (M.A. (English for Communication))

Total Credits Required : 36 count unit

Duration of study : 2 year program

Program Designated Lecturers :

Name-Surname Qualifications
NATTAPAT PATTANA *
SOMPHOB YAISOMANANG *
SUTRAPHORN TANTINIRANAT *
Note : *the Lecturers Responsible for the Program

1 หมวดวิชาบังคับ

Course codes : 22751169
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Intercultural Communication in the Digital Era

Core concepts of intercultural communication; gaining insights from research on navigating cultural boundaries; development of intercultural-communication awareness and competence for effective communication in everyday life and global workplace; application of digital technologies to enhance effective intercultural communication

Course codes : 22751269
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Discourse Analysis Technology

Theoretical and methodological approaches to analyzing spoken and written discourse in professional, academic, and social contexts; examining language functions in real-world communication; digital technology adaptation in discourse analysis

Course codes : 22752169
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Research Methodology in Applied Linguistics

Principles and methods of research in Applied Linguistics; types of research; research design and components of research; steps in conducting research in Applied Linguistics

Course codes : 22753169
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Applied Linguistics for Communication

Broad exploration of linguistics and applied linguistics; practical application of linguistic knowledge and skills in professional and daily contexts; integration of linguistics into language study approaches for effective communication.

Course codes : 22755169
Credit : 3(2-2-5)
Advanced Academic English Skills for Research

Advanced academic English skills for graduate studies and research; listening and note-taking of key points; analytical discussions; analytical reading; academic writing.

Course codes : 22767169
Credit : 3(2-2-5)
Seminar on the English Language for Communication

Group discussion with experts in the field of research and the English language; exchange of ideas to enhance ability of integrating knowledge, skill and experience for initiating research on English for communication

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Course codes : 22751369
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Global Englishes

Development of the English language and linguistic variation influenced by geography; the diversity of ethnic groups using English; theories explaining the political, social, and educational impacts of English as a lingua franca

Course codes : 22751469
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Literary Language for Communication

Literary language used in persuasion and communication across various channels, including digital and social media

Course codes : 22753269
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Sociolinguistics

The relationship between language and society; language variation according to user factors; social and geographical factors; functions of language in different social contexts; factors contributing to language change

Course codes : 22753369
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
English Phonetics and Phonology

Concepts and theories in English phonetics and phonology to comprehend English speech sounds and systems.

Course codes : 22753469
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
English Syntax

Theories and concepts in English syntax; applications and analyses of English structures to gain in-depth knowledge of English-syntactic rules

Course codes : 22753569
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
English Language and Linguistics

Introduction to English phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics to gain insights into fundamental accounts of English speech sounds as well as sound, word, structure, and meaning patterns.

Course codes : 22754169
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Theories and Principles in Translation

Theories and principles in translation; applications; analyses on linguistics and intercultural communication nuances as well as contexts affecting meaning transfers between Thai and English.

Course codes : 22755269
Credit : 3(2-2-5)
Writing for Professionals

Vocabulary, expressions, and styles of English appropriate for human resource development in various professions; intercultural business correspondence

Course codes : 22755369
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Advanced English for Business Communication

Forms of English used in business context emphasizing writing, negotiation for effective business results; other communication skills necessary for business operation; the use of digital technologies and AI to enhance communication effectiveness; analysis of linguistic features, and discourse strategies in business interactions

Course codes : 22755469
Credit : 3(2-2-5)
Advanced Speaking and Presentation Technology

Advanced English speaking techniques for professional purposes; the use of presentation technology to transmit messages

Course codes : 22761569
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Second Language Acquisition

Principles of second language acquisition and language teaching; an examination of various aspects of second language learning and acquisition processes; an in-depth survey on theory and research on language acquisition

Course codes : 22762269
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Statistics and Data Analysis for Research on the English Language

Statistics methods; data types and statistical formulas for analyzing and processing the data; result interpretation; presentation of the result

Course codes : 22764269
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Special Topics in Translation

Discussions of linguistic and cultural issues and constraints that prevent the progress of good translation; translation techniques for communication

Course codes : 22765569
Credit : 3(2-2-5)
Writing and Presenting Research

Research reports and academic articles writing; language used in writing and presenting research reports according to international standard

Course codes : 22766169
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Advanced English for Advertising Media and Public Relations

Analysis of the language used in advertising media and public relations in a digital age; language usage for effectively creating advertisements and publishing information according to the purposes

Course codes : 22766269
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Advanced English for Tourism

Vocabulary, expressions and styles of advanced English appropriate for tourism-related work both in service and management; language used for giving information about Thai cultures and traditions; language use analysis in cross-cultural interactions within the tourism industry.

Course codes : 22766369
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Special Topics in English for Professional Communication

Topics in occupational communication; theories and practice; analysis and critiques of articles related to different careers

Course codes : 22766469
Credit : 3(3-0-6)
Advanced English for Human Resource Development

English in HRD contexts; communication in training and organizational development; providing guidance and feedback; intercultural communication in organizations.

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Course codes : 22769969
Credit : 12(0-0-36)
Thesis

Research proposal development; problem identification; literature review; research design; proposal writing; proposal presentation under advisor supervision; Conducting research; data collection and analysis; thesis defense; revisions based on committee feedback