Bond University
Master of Arts (TESOL)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Arts TESOL (Online) prepares students for a global career in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This program crosses all international borders, through interactive educational technology employed for learning and teaching. This program equips the graduates with extensive knowledge and skills necessary for teaching English as a Second Language (ESL).
The program can benefit any educator working in culturally and linguistically diverse contexts. The Master of Arts in TESOL (Online) comprises 12 subjects covering essential areas of TESOL. The program prepares a modern language teaching expert who understands student needs, can teach a language, develop new programs, has a strong outlook on global policy and the ability to understand future directions in education.
Delivery mode
Bond University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in the fields of Society and Culture, Education, Business and Management;
OR successful completion of recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field not listed above and for this option must meet additional requirements:
- a personal statement (approximately 500 words) explaining why you want to study the program and evidence of knowledge in the field of Applied Linguistics and TESOL.
- a CV including details of paid or voluntary work, or other experiences (e.g. special interest groups) relevant to the program.
Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in the fields of Society and Culture, Education, Business and Management;
OR successful completion of recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any field not listed above and for this option must meet additional requirements:
- a personal statement (approximately 500 words) explaining why you want to study the program and evidence of knowledge in the field of Applied Linguistics and TESOL.
- a CV including details of paid or voluntary work, or other experiences (e.g. special interest groups) relevant to the program.
You will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
- Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Arts (TESOL) will prepare you for the following roles.
EALD Teacher
An EALD Teacher provides instruction to students whose primary language is not English. You might help students develop their English skills or wor...
ELICOS Teacher
An ELICOS Teacher instructs international students in English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students. You might work in a language school...
ESL Teacher
An ESL Teacher teaches English to students whose first language is something other than English. You might work for an English language school or p...
TESOL Teacher
A TESOL Teacher instructs non-native speakers in the English language, focusing on developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skill...
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