University of New South Wales
Master of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationA specialist stream in the Master of Education program designed to address the increasing demands for knowledge and skills in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), including children and adults learning English as an additional language or dialect (EALD) in an English-medium context or as a foreign language. The Master of Education in TESOL is designed both for teachers who want to gain a specialist postgraduate qualification in TESOL and/or update their qualifications and skills as specialist English language teachers to teach in Australia or overseas, as well as for teachers of other disciplines in English-speaking schools and higher education institutions who want to enhance their inclusion of students from diverse linguistics and cultural backgrounds.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Depending on your experience, there are three entry pathways to the Master of Education.
One-year fast-track program
- A four-year bachelor’s degree or combined degree in education (including professional experience or practicum) equivalent to the qualifications required for graduate teacher status in NSW or other Australian jurisdictions, OR
- A recognised bachelor’s degree and a postgraduate teaching qualification (e.g., Graduate Diploma of Education or Master of Teaching) equivalent to the qualifications required for graduate teacher status in NSW or other Australian jurisdictions, OR
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline*, plus three years of relevant professional experience and development**.
1.5-year program
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline* with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%, OR
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65% plus three years’ relevant professional experience** and development, OR
- An honours degree or graduate diploma (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
Two-year program
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
* “Relevant disciplines” may include arts, humanities, media, psychology, social work, business, economics, languages, linguistics, communications, policy studies, behavioural sciences, and social sciences.
** “Relevant professional experience” may include roles such as teacher, trainer, coach, educational developer, languages teacher, lecturer, teacher of English to speakers of other languages, educational leader, and educational administration.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
About University of New South Wales
Since our foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has made an ongoing commitment to improve and transform lives in Australia and globally.
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