Master of Arts In Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Applications are invited for the Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) conducted by the Open University of Sri Lanka.
Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Program Highlights
- University Lecturers from Departments of English Language Teaching
- Current English Teachers Seeking Professional Development
- Teacher Educators
- Individuals with English Teaching Experience or Qualifications Interested in Becoming Fully Fledged English Teachers
The program covers various topics, including sociolinguistics, applied linguistics, psycholinguistics, teaching methodology, testing and evaluation, educational sociology and psychology, and technology in teaching, combined with a full teaching practicum.
Exit Points
Students can exit the MA TESL (2-year) program with:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language (PGDip TESL): A 10-month postgraduate diploma with a teaching practicum and portfolio.
- Master of Teaching English as a Second Language (MTESL): A 1-year Master’s degree by coursework.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet specific academic and teaching experience qualifications. Here’s a summary:
| Qualification | Teaching Experience or Additional Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (SLQF Level 8) in Education/ELT/TESL/EFL (English Medium) | Not mandatory |
| A Bachelor’s Honors degree in English and/or ELT/TESL | Not mandatory |
| A Bachelor’s Honors degree in Linguistics (English Medium) | Not mandatory |
| A Bachelor’s degree with Teaching English as a subject | Not mandatory |
| A Bachelor’s degree with English as a subject | One year |
| A Bachelor’s degree in the English medium | Two years of English teaching experience OR postgraduate certificates in ELT, Teaching English as a Second Language, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language |
Applicants with recognized teacher training qualifications and extensive English language teaching experience will also be considered.
Important Dates
- Application Availability: 15th July to 18th August, 2024
- Selection Test Date: 24th August, 2024 at the Examination Center in PGIE, The Open University, Nawala.
More Information
- Poster – Click Here
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- Application – Click Here
- Closing Date 18.08.2024
