Overview

Overview

• The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) provides academic and pedagogical foundations for professionals who are or will be involved in work that focuses on the learning and teaching of English as a second or foreign language. The degree provides a qualification in the teaching of English in a variety of contexts with a strong focus on teaching in the Asia-Pacific region.
• The program content is internationalised and intercultural, focusing on the development of a knowledge base and analytical skills that will enable graduates to operate in a range of roles involving the need to understand how second and foreign languages are learned.
• Please note that this program does not lead to teacher registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Related degrees

> Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages – 3016

> Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages – 5727

> Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and Leadership – 5756

> Note: Progression through this program suite is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.

Professional recognition

> The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is endorsed by the National ELT Accreditation Scheme (NEAS).

Attendance information

> The Master of TESOL is offered full-time, part-time and on-campus at Nathan. All courses are also offered online. You will be classed as a part-time student if you enrol in less than 30 credit points per trimester.

> If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

My career opportunities

> Graduates may find employment opportunities locally or overseas, teaching English as a second or foreign language, or working in leadership positions in language teaching institutions. You may find opportunities at Technical and Further Education ( TAFE) or technical colleges, university language centres, private language schools and language teaching institutions for migrants.

> There are many rewarding career choices for graduates with this Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) degree, including:

*ESL/EFL language instructor/literacy educator

*ESL/EFL Director of Studies

*ESL/EFL learning/teaching material writer/editor/assessor/curriculum developer

*TESOL teacher educator

*Academic advisor for students who are interested in learning a second or foreign language including English

*Researcher in language learning/teaching

*Language education policy adviser.