Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
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Overview
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
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.
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
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.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
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.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Master of TESOL programme comprises 180 points. This includes 90 points of compulsory courses, 45 points of electives, and 90 points from one of the following options:
- 90 points of elective courses; OR
- 90 points of research methods and a dissertation – this pathway is subject to approval by the Programme Coordinator.
Within the 180 points, a minimum of 45 points of Level 9 study is required. The programme is usually completed in 1.5 years full-time, although part-time study is possible up to 4 years.
MTESOL students can begin their studies in February, July, or November.
Since the course runs throughout the summer, this timetable is useful for those who may be full-time teachers and wish to study part-time. Please note that part-time study is not available to international students.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Master of TESOL programme comprises 180 points. This includes 90 points of compulsory courses, 45 points of electives, and 90 points from one of the following options:
- 90 points of elective courses; OR
- 90 points of research methods and a dissertation – this pathway is subject to approval by the Programme Coordinator.
Within the 180 points, a minimum of 45 points of Level 9 study is required. The programme is usually completed in 1.5 years full-time, although part-time study is possible up to 4 years.
MTESOL students can begin their studies in February, July, or November.
Since the course runs throughout the summer, this timetable is useful for those who may be full-time teachers and wish to study part-time. Please note that part-time study is not available to international students.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
MTESOL courses engage with contemporary thinking on language acquisition, learning and teaching, and English linguistics.
Sub-topics include the learning of indigenous and heritage languages, technology-enhanced and technology-mediated learning, the structure and use of English (including the study of linguistic corpora), and the position of English in all its varieties in the world (including the study of language politics, and current debate about the status of English and the native speaker).
Compulsory courses
Semester 1 (February–June)
Semester 2 (July–November)
Summer session 1 and 2 (November–February)
Coursework or research pathway
For the coursework pathway, choose three courses from these options:
- 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
For the dissertation pathway, complete all the following:
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
MTESOL courses engage with contemporary thinking on language acquisition, learning and teaching, and English linguistics.
Sub-topics include the learning of indigenous and heritage languages, technology-enhanced and technology-mediated learning, the structure and use of English (including the study of linguistic corpora), and the position of English in all its varieties in the world (including the study of language politics, and current debate about the status of English and the native speaker).
Compulsory courses
Semester 1 (February–June)
Semester 2 (July–November)
Summer session 1 and 2 (November–February)
Coursework or research pathway
For the coursework pathway, choose three courses from these options:
- 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
For the dissertation pathway, complete all the following:
Domestic students
2026 tuition fee estimate: $13,794 (180 points)
2027 tuition fee estimate: $14,622 (180 points)
International students
2026 Special Programme Fee: $51,000 (180 points)
2027 Special Programme Fee: $54,000 (180 points)
2028 Special Programme Fee: $57,300 (180 points)
Domestic students
2026 tuition fee estimate: $13,794 (180 points)
2027 tuition fee estimate: $14,622 (180 points)
International students
2026 Special Programme Fee: $51,000 (180 points)
2027 Special Programme Fee: $54,000 (180 points)
2028 Special Programme Fee: $57,300 (180 points)
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Graduates of the Master of TESOL will be ready for immediate employment, have a high level of digital competence, and be aware of the challenges English language educators face in New Zealand and around the world.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Graduates of the Master of TESOL will be ready for immediate employment, have a high level of digital competence, and be aware of the challenges English language educators face in New Zealand and around the world.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
