The University of Sydney

Master of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Develop 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.


Locations
  • 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
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $31,000 $49,500 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $31,000 $49,500

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...

Avg yearly income $102,960
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

ELICOS Teacher

An ELICOS Teacher instructs international students in English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students. You might work in a language school...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

TESOL Teacher

A TESOL Teacher instructs non-native speakers in the English language, focusing on developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skill...

Avg yearly income $80,028
Entry barriers Low

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