MASTER OF EDUCATION (TESOL)

The Master of Education (TESOL) is a higher degree for both professional educators and for those who are interested in pursuing a research program beyond this degree. It is designed for those with teacher qualifications and experience, particularly in the ESL/EFL field.

The Master of Education (MEd) introduces participants to contemporary trends and issues in research, theory and practice. It provides students with an in-depth understanding of areas such as second language development, discourse analysis, pedagogical grammars, research methods, language assessment, English for specific purposes, and computer assisted language learning.

Students wishing to continue on to research degrees (Masters by Research, Doctor of Education or Doctor of Philosophy) can undertake preliminary research into an area of interest during their Masters program.

The course consists of a total of 48 credit points, completed in line with the MEd requirements. It can be completed in one year full-time or up to three years part-time.
 

This course is offered both on campus and through distance education (delivered online for students who would otherwise not be able to undertake a postgraduate course at the University).

WHY ENROL IN THE MASTER OF EDUCATION (TESOL)?

The Master of Education in TESOL at the University of Wollongong has an international reputation and attracts a vibrant mix of students from Australia and abroad.

A Masters degree in TESOL is for those who are committed to a professional career in English language teaching and who aspire to leadership roles in their institutions.

Participants in the course enjoy the intellectual challenge, the stimulation of fellow students, and the dedication of inspiring lecturers and tutors.

The subjects in the Master of Education have been designed by leading TESOL educators in the field. Members of the Language Education team at the University of Wollongong are regularly awarded prestigious national grants and government tenders in recognition of the quality of their teaching and research program. Their research into areas of teaching practice, linguistic analysis, language development and policy issues ensure that the subjects in the MEd program are theoretically sound and at the forefront of research in the field.

The MEd (TESOL) is designed for those who want to pursue specialist areas and to understand the theoretical basis of TESOL practice in further detail. 

Course Structure 

Students in the TESOL specialisation must choose at least 24cp from the following subject list:

*EDGT984 is a compulsory subject

In addition you must also study:

EDGZ921 Introduction to Research and Inquiry (best taken early in the degree) 

Plus 18cp of elective units taken from the TESOL program, general research subject schedule or one of our other specialisations which you can find here: http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2012/pg/educ/H12006185.html 

Entry Requirements

To qualify for admission into the Master of Education, a student must have a four year Bachelor degree with a major study in Education, or an equivalent qualification (e.g. BA plus GDipEd) from an approved institution. Other qualifications such as a three year qualification in Education or substantial professional experience may be considered as meeting these requirements and should be discussed with the Director of Graduate Teaching.