The University of Sydney
Master of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationDevelop the skills and knowledge to successfully face the practical challenges of English language teaching in a second language context. Using the latest research, this program investigates the theoretical basis of issues relating to applied linguistics and sociocultural contexts of education.
The Master of Education (TESOL) will develop your professional expertise and knowledge in the areas of applied linguistics and English language education whether you are, or are aspiring to become, an English language teacher of children, adolescents or adults.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Camperdown
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
- Manning Rd, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission to candidature for the Master of Education (TESOL) requires:
- a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification and either a postgraduate English language teaching qualification or at least two years full-time English language teaching experience; or
- a bachelor's degree in English language teaching or equivalent qualification and at least one year's full-time English language teaching experience.
If you do not meet the requirements listed above for direct entry to the Master’s degree, you may be able to enter via a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same subject area and upgrade to the Master’s after successful completion of the shorter course.
International qualifications
For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution, and qualification.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.
- IELTS score: A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
- TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
- Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - 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...
EFL Teacher
An EFL Teacher instructs students in English as a Foreign Language, helping non-native speakers improve their language skills. You may work in scho...
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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