Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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Why study the Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages at UNE?

The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages provides professional development for teachers of English to speakers of other languages. It takes an innovative multilingual approach to the theory and practice of teaching English in a global environment.

The degree is designed to recognise that English is often taught by multilinguals in multilingual environments, with the following principles: a) teachers need an understanding of the role of other languages in the learning of English; b) bi/multilingualism is a resource for TESOL teachers; and c) teachers need to develop theoretical knowledge and pedagogical skills appropriate for the bilingual or multilingual classroom.

Students gain advanced skills in the analysis of the English language, in theories of language learning and teaching and in pedagogical approaches. The course can be taken on campus or fully online.

Career Opportunities

Teaching of English as a foreign, second or additional language in overseas educational contexts, providing that the students' other qualifications meet the local authorities' requirements.

Completion of the EDLI504 TESOL II practicum as part of the degree renders graduates eligible to teach in Australian adult TESOL contexts. Completion of the EDLI505 TESOL IIA practicum does not.

The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages does not qualify graduates to teach in Australian primary and secondary schools.

Management of English language programs in schools or adult learning centres

Curriculum development for English language programs

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Degree Snapshot

DURATION

1 Year Full-time
Up to 4 years Part-time

FEES

CSP (quotas apply)
Full Fee
International

2013 STUDY OPTIONS

Armidale

Trimester 1, Online
Trimester 2, Online
Trimester 3, Online

Official Abbreviation

MTESOL

Course Type

Postgraduate

Commencing

Location	Admission Period	Mode of Study
Armidale	Trimester 1	Online
Armidale	Trimester 2	Online
Armidale	Trimester 3	Online

Course Duration

1 Year Full-time
Up to 4 years Part-time

Fees

CSP (quotas apply) / Full Fee / International

Total Credit Points

Entry Requirements

An applicant for admission to candidature shall:

a) hold a bachelor degree from a recognised university in English, Linguistics or other relevant discipline; and

b) two years relevant employment within the last five years.

International students require an IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.5, with no sub-band score less than 6.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in the Writing sub-band.

Advanced Standing

Advanced Standing may be granted in accordance with the Advanced Standing Policy

Academic Colours

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Further Information

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Admission to Candidature

An applicant for admission to candidature shall:
(a)hold a bachelor degree from a recognised university in English, Linguistics or other relevant discipline; and
(b) have two years relevant employment within the last 5 years.

International students require an IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.5, with no sub-band score less than 6.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in the Writing sub-band.

Advanced Standing

Advanced standing may be granted in accordance with the Advanced Standing Policy.

Period of Candidature

The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to four years as a part-time candidate.

Course Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points at 500-level.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:

Course Structure	Credit Points
Core Units	48 cps
Total	48 cps

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Award of Degree

Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

Exit Pathways

Subject to meeting Advanced Standing rules, candidates who apply to discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Arts on completion of 24 credit points at 500-level.
Such candidates who then wish to continue their studies must apply for readmission and will be subject to current course requirements of the Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This may mean that they will not receive full recognition for their previous studies should the course structure have changed in response to University requirements.

Improper Conduct

Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.

Course Aims	To equip students with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a multilingual environment as skilled teachers and managers of English language programs for speakers of other languages.
Learning Outcomes	Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: Describe how the TESOL field is located theoretically and practically within applied linguistics and educational linguistics, and outline the formative influences on the development and practice of the profession; Develop high level skills in reading and critically interpreting research literature in the TESOL and applied linguistics field; Critically apply theoretical and pedagogical knowledge to address the English language learning needs of students in a wide variety of social and linguistic contexts; Develop advanced skills in academic literacy including the ability to research and present a coherent and convincing argument based on current research and Develop critical perspectives on the relationship between the TESOL field and the language ecology of bi- and multilingual societies.
Graduate Attributes	Knowledge of a Discipline Graduates will be able to analyse complex problems and issues in TESOL, using methodology and discourse appropriate to the discipline. Communication Skills Graduates will be able to communicate effectively in English in the substantive areas of TESOL and applied linguistics. In particular they will hone their online communication skills (off-campus students), their oral skills through discussion and presentations (on-campus students) and their written skills through assessment tasks such as essays (all students). Global Perspectives Graduates will be encouraged to develop a global perspective and intercultural competence in their professional lives. TESOL is by its nature oriented globally, because of its primary concern with teaching English to learners of diverse backgrounds. One of the core units in the degree is specifically concerned with intercultural communication, and another with multilingual approaches to TESOL. Information Literacy All units are available fully online, and even on-campus students are encouraged to access online resources and discussions. Life-Long Learning Graduates will be prepared for life-long learning through being exposed to a wide range of issues in human languages and societies. Problem Solving Graduates will develop high-level capabilities in solving problems relating to English language learning and teaching, and in applying logical, critical and creative thinking to a range of theoretical and classroom issues. Social Responsibility The nature of study in TESOL prepares graduates to be committed to ethical action and social responsibility. Team Work Graduates will have the opportunity to work collaboratively to collectively solve problems in some MTESOL units. Students in all units will be engaged in collective discussions geared towards group learning.