MA in Teaching of English as a Second Language in Urbana United States | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Urbana United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 28,464
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The MATESL program equips graduates to excel as educators across various professional capacities: classroom teaching, peer collaboration, teacher training, curriculum design, program management, and more. The coursework aims to develop a comprehensive grasp of English linguistics, major language acquisition theories, strategies for fostering language skills in diverse learners, and hands-on teaching techniques essential for instructing English as a global language. While emphasizing practical application, the program incorporates substantial theoretical foundations and current research. Both students and instructors collaborate to bridge theory with practice. Participants will engage with academic literature and stay updated on evolving teaching approaches, instructional resources, and key educational developments.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

For the MATESL program, an undergraduate major in linguistics, English, a foreign language, or education is generally recommended, though other majors are also acceptable. Applicants must present a grade point average of at least 3.0 (A = 4.0) for the last 60 hours of undergraduate work.TOEFL score of 103 or above is required for full-status dmission, students with TOEFL scores below 103 may be considered for limited-status admission

Tuition USD 28,464

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