Western Sydney University
Master of Arts (TESOL)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe free flow of ideas has always excited you. So helping others communicate and learn a new language is a natural fit. At Western, our Master of Arts (TESOL) lets you turn your English language ability into a desirable skill and gives you the degrees needed to teach English as a second language.
This degree gives you an internationally valued skill set, enabling you to communicate and exchange ideas with people of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and in doing so allowing yourself to learn more about other cultures and languages.
Taught out of our innovative Parramatta City Campus, the degree also gives you access to internship opportunities as part of program with key language providers throughout Sydney. A TESOL degree is a way to combine travel and work opportunities, with career opportunities readily available both home and abroad.
With a TESOL degree the world is yours, with teaching careers in both government and private schools and colleges, work in the communication and media industries, tourism, entertainment and arts administration.
Delivery mode
Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 169 Macquarie Street, Parramatta
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
AQF level 7 bachelor degree in any discipline; or equivalent
AQF level 7 bachelor degree in any discipline; or equivalent
If English is not your first language or was not the medium of instruction in your secondary or tertiary studies, you are required to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language by achieving a prescribed level in an approved English examination or test before you can receive a full offer of a place:
- IELTS (ACADEMIC VERSION): 6.5 overall score, minimum 6.0 in each subtest
- TOEFL INTERNET-BASED SCORE: Total score 82, Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13
- PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (PTE) ACADEMIC: 58 overall, No communication skills less than 50
Your English language proficiency test must be no more than two years old at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$8,880
$61,920
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...
About Western Sydney University
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