Master of Arts in TESOL (1800)
- Approved Abbreviation: MATESOL
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 1800
- AQF Level: 9
CRICOS Code: 092787J
This program applies to students who commenced in Spring 2017 or later.
The Master of Arts in TESOL is designed to meet professional development needs of those working or interested in a range of language teaching fields. It provides an advanced TESOL qualification for Australian and international English language practitioners who wish to work in the field of English language teaching and undertake research-based projects related to English language teaching and learning.
- Director of Academic Program - Dr Peter Mauch
Early Exits
Students may exit this program on completion of 60 credit points with a 1802 Graduate Certificate in TESOL or on completion of 80 credit points with a 1801 Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Study Mode
Two years full-time or four years part-time.
Program Advice
enquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Advanced Standing
Graduates of a Bachelor in TESOL or Graduate Diploma in TESOL (or equivalent) may be eligible for up to 50% Advanced Standing. Graduates of a Graduate Certificate in TESOL (or equivalent) may be eligible for up to 25% Advanced Standing.
Inherent Requirements
There are inherent requirements for this program that you must meet in order to complete your program and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this program online.
Work Integrated Learning
Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.
There is a mandatory work component required for completion of this program. Please contact the Program Advisor listed above for information.
International students should also refer to the link below for more information and a link to the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Admission
Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree or postgraduate qualification in any discipline. Applicants must have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent, with a minimum 6.0 in each subtest.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points which include the subjects listed below. Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate on completion of the relevant subjects.
Exit Awards
Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in TESOL on completion of the relevant units.
Recommended Sequence
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points as per the recommended sequence below.
Full-time start-year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| TEAC 7044 | English Linguistics for TESOL | 10 |
| TEAC 7140 | TESOL Methodology and Curricula | 20 |
| LANG 7011 | Formal and Functional Grammar | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| LANG 7031 | Second Language Assessment and Testing | 10 |
| Select three of the following: | 30 | |
| Investigating Second Language Acquisition | ||
| Contexts of TESOL | ||
| Advanced Academic English Skills | ||
| Bilingualism and Education | ||
| Intercultural Communication (PG) | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| LANG 7023 | Language and Linguistics Research Methods | 10 |
| TEAC 7076 | Multicultural Nonverbal Communication | 10 |
| LANG 7033 | TESOL Internship | 20 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| LANG 7034 | TESOL Project | 40 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |
Full-time mid-year Intake
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring session | Credit Points | |
| TEAC 7140 | TESOL Methodology and Curricula | 20 |
| Select two of the following: | 20 | |
| Bilingualism and Education | ||
| Contexts of TESOL | ||
| Advanced Academic English Skills | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| TEAC 7044 | English Linguistics for TESOL | 10 |
| LANG 7023 | Language and Linguistics Research Methods | 10 |
| TEAC 7076 | Multicultural Nonverbal Communication | 10 |
| LANG 7011 | Formal and Functional Grammar | 10 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| LANG 7033 | TESOL Internship | 20 |
| Select two of the following: | 20 | |
| Second Language Assessment and Testing | ||
| Investigating Second Language Acquisition | ||
| Intercultural Communication (PG) | ||
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Autumn session | ||
| LANG 7034 | TESOL Project | 40 |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |