Brock University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Applied Linguistics - TESL

Brock University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Humanities
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Lang./ESL Lang. Instructor
Thesis Based:Yes
Course Based:Yes
Length:12 Month(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $8,176

Description:

Teaching English as a Subsequent Language is a complex process, with a knowledge base combining such diverse areas as applied linguistics, language-teaching methodology, curriculum design, and testing. This MA program is designed to integrate these important elements in an educational experience promoting a high level of expertise and professionalism. Faculty teaching in the program bring a valuable range of attributes, including extensive international experience, hands-on proficiency in ESL teaching right here in Canada, capacity in a range of different languages beyond English, and energetic research and scholarship published and presented around the world. Graduates of this dynamic program will be well prepared as Teaching English as a Subsequent Language professionals working in Canada or abroad and those who have completed a thesis will be well prepared for further graduate study at the doctoral level.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 213] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Research Interests
Successful completion of a four year Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline with a minimum average of 75%. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for admission, who believe they may be eligible for admission, should contact the Graduate Program Director to discuss their admission qualifications.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 12, 2022