The use of mobile technology in language learning is rapi
dly growing. However, research on the use
of mobile applications to foster English language learning particularly as a pre language learning tool
is still lacking. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate students’ perceptions on the use of
Mobil e Application in English Course (MApEC) as a pre language learning tool to help prepare them
for the actual class. A total of 29 Semester 1 Diploma students from a selected higher institution in
Negeri Sembilan participated in the survey which was conducte d to find out their perceptions on the
use of MApEC as a whole, and as a pre language learning tool to assist them prior to the actual
English language class. The results indicate that participants were in favour of using MApEC and
perceived that it is a v ery helpful pre language learning tool. Therefore, the initial findings of this
study can be used to further develop MApEC not only as a useful pre language learning tool, but for
English language learning as a whole.