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The British Council predicts that more than two billion individuals currently speak or are studying English. This expansion in English education is being further propelled by the digital language learning sector, expected to almost triple in size by 2025. As English solidifies its position as the global common language, the need for qualified English instructors keeps increasing.
Saint Mary's International Master of Teaching English program (IMTE) equips graduates for careers in global English language education. The IMTE awards the highly valued Master of Education degree in Teaching English as an International Language.
Major Advantages of the IMTE
IMTE participants develop a robust theoretical understanding of essential English teaching concepts while gaining practical experience through comprehensive teaching practicums.
Students earn their Master of Education degree within a multicultural environment, collaborating with educators worldwide - our 2022 class includes representatives from twenty nations.
Saint Mary's University holds recognition as a Cambridge University Press & Assessment Authorised Teacher Training Centre (CA-355), affiliated with the prestigious UK institution. The IMTE provides pathways to obtain globally-recognized Cambridge certifications, plus specialized credentials like Teaching English Online and Blended and Hybrid Learning Design in Higher Education.
The IMTE is an intensive 16-month graduate program spanning four consecutive terms. The curriculum covers
four academic semesters