University
University of CanterburyMaster of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Nov 2026
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MTESOL or Master of TESOL) is a one-year professional qualification aimed at producing skilful English language educators for a wide variety of educational settings in the 21st century, from early childhood through to tertiary level. With its future focus, this Master's programme will give you the skills, knowledge, and capabilities to be adaptable in the face of future English language developments, as well as technological and pedagogical advances.
This programme is ideal for:
- New Zealand English language educators, or those who wish to specialise in English language education to emergent bilingual speakers of other languages in Aotearoa New Zealand
- graduates of Aotearoa New Zealand universities who may currently teach or plan to teach English in other countries
- teachers of English throughout the world who want or need to develop their language teaching.
This programme is available to study either fully on campus or through blended learning, with teaching conducted online and with in-person workshops.
Subjects and Courses- EDME431 Foundations of Language Acquisition and Learning
- EDME632 Issues in Language Acquisition and Learning
- EDME415 Learning and Teaching Languages
- EDME433 Digital and AI pedagogies for enhanced learning
- EDME629 TESOL Practicum: Developing English Language
- EDME653 Meeting the needs of students with literacy difficulties
- EDME659 Advancing Pacific Educational Success
- EDME685 Culturally Inclusive Pedagogies: Motivating Diverse Learners
- EDME694 Research Methods in Education
- LING400 English Structures
- LING615 World Englishes
- EDME695 Dissertation in Education
Entry criteria
To enrol in the MTESOL you must have qualified for a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent degree (a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses is normally expected). Relevant work experience will also be considered.
- If you are a domestic student and need help meeting these requirements, study UC's Diploma in Advancing University Studies to gain entry into this degree.
- If you are an international student and need help meeting these requirements, study one of UC's International Pre-Master's pathways to gain entry into this degree.
- If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages or use the admission requirements checker.
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