Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
As global interconnectivity continues to expand, so too does the need for English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers, whose vital impact can be seen across all levels of society, whether it’s in bettering business, diversifying education, or improving community wellbeing. Study a Master of Teaching English to Speakers of…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
As global interconnectivity continues to expand, so too does the need for English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers, whose vital impact can be seen across all levels of society, whether it’s in bettering business, diversifying education, or improving community wellbeing.
Study a Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and get equipped with the teaching skills and critical knowledge to lead non-native speakers to English mastery.
Your teaching qualifications could also help you secure higher-level roles both in Australia and abroad. Deakin’s Master of TESOL is internationally recognised and taught by experts with global experience in the field.
Want to expand your career options and personal impact, both domestically and internationally?
This course takes an interactive, problem-based approach to teaching, allowing you to develop practical skills that translate directly to the classroom. It also focuses on research-led learning, ensuring course content is evidence based, and the skills you learn reflect the modern challenges of the field. Key study areas include:
principles and approaches to TESOL, including curriculum design and evaluation
the structure of the English language and how to analyse features of written and spoken text
linguistic and pedagogical aspects of language learning
how languages are learned and in what contexts
contemporary issues relating to language curriculum development.
In addition, you will explore the structural and cultural barriers new speakers face when learning English and learn how to help your students navigate them.
For students who are interested in furthering their knowledge, the course offers a research component that may comprise a pathway to a PhD.
Career outcomes
With a deeper understanding of the linguistic, cultural and pedagogical aspects of language learning, you will graduate as a self-motivated, well-equipped and culturally aware language teacher.
As a graduate of this course you will be equipped to pursue roles such as EAL teacher, head of EAL learning, or EAL curriculum designer and adviser, across a range of public and private learning institutions.
Note: this degree does not qualify students to work within school settings as a registered teacher in Australia. Students who wish to gain teacher accreditation should consider the Master of Teacher (Primary or Secondary) and the Master of Applied Learning and Teaching (Secondary).
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Deakin University is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU).  It is a global leader in many areas of study including accounting and finance, business, engineering, education, nursing, sport science, and sport management. It is known for its industry-based learning, with all degrees offering the opportunity for work placements. Deakin has four campuses across the state of Victoria, offering high-quality teaching and first-rate facilities.  Our students love studying here – that is why Deakin University has been ranked #1 for course and student satisfaction in Victoria for 13 years (Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2022 (GOS)).
