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Getting a Masters While Overseas
Updated 15 November 2009
There are a couple types of programmes out there. Those that are distance/online, those that are on-campus, and those that are a mixture of the two. If you do decide to do one that has on-campus classes, make sure that you can attend the majority of the classes. Others, may have virtual classes, which you can attend via your own computer. If you decide to do your MA online/distance, make sure that the country that you are working in, or want to work in, will accept an online masters.Accredidation
Make sure that you select an accredited programme a well. There’s no use studying a masters from a fly by night school. In addition, ask about online support. There’s nothing like writing a paper in the wee hours of the morning, trying to submit it only to find out that there’s a problem with the univeristy’s computer system. There should be online support available 7 days a week.
Faculty
Ask about the faculty that you will be working with. Your professors should be accomplished in the area they teach and have substantial teaching and training experience. They should also have publications in their name. Look around for a university that will offer you personalized service. Having an advisor who can answer questions that you may have as you work through the programme is a great help.
Cost
Price is always an issue. Don’t go for the cheapest programme out there, you usually get what you pay for. If the masters that you want is out of your budget, ask about scholarships or if it’s possible to pay for it in installments. Some countries have agreements with overseas schools. If you’re a US citizen, you might want to look at IEFC.
Length of Programme
Just as price is an issue, so is time. You should be able to finish within two years from starting. Also consider how much time you will be expected to devote to your masters every week. It’s also worth asking about the graduates. If many people start a programme, but few finish, you might want to look around at another school.
Where to go
Once you’ve decided what to look for in a programme, it’s time to find a university to attend. Here are some links that will help you out. If you're interested in higher qualifications, look at this list by TESOL (only has US listings) or this one by Teach English Abroad. The following links might help as well.
Australia
You can find universities in The Good Guides and Markogilvie.
● Deakin University - MA of TESOL, or MA in Professional Education and Training, or MA in Teaching, or MA in Education, or MEd in Educational Leadership and Administration, or MA in Special Needs
● Macquire University - MA in Applied Linguistics
● Monash University - MA in Education
● University of New England - MA in Applied Linguistics
● University of Southern Queensland - MA in Applied Linguistics
● University of Tasmania - MA in Education Specialisations: Professional Learning and School Improvement. Science/Mathematics. Online/ICT. Adult Learning. Global Education. Educational Leadership. Health/Well-being. Literacy. TESOL. Education Research.
● University of Technology, Sydney - MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics
● Victoria University - MA in TESOL or MA in Applied Linguisitics
Canada
You can find universities in Petersons and Grad School Finder
● Athabascau Univeristy - MA in Integrated Studies
● Trinity Western University - MA in TESOL
● University of Calgary - MA in Education Specialisations in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning. Educational Contexts. Educational Leadership. Higher Education Leadership. Educational Technology. Second Language Teaching. Teaching English as a Second Language. Workplace and Adult Learning.
● University of Toronto - MEd in Second Language Education
England (for the UK, see also Scotland below)
You can find universities in Education UK, GTTR, and Prospects
● Aston - MSc in TESOL, or Teaching English for Specific Purposes, or Teaching English to Young Learners, or Educational Management or MSc in Applied Linguistics
● Open University - MA in Education
● Oxford Brookes University - MA in TESOL
● University of Birmingham - MA in TEFL or MA in Applied Linguistics
● University of Leicester - MA in TESOL and Applied Linguistics
● University of London - MA in TESOL
● University of Manchester - MA in TESOL
● University of Nottingham - MA in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching
● University of Portsmouth - MA in Applied Linguistics and TESOL
● University of Reading - MA in Applied Linguistics, or MA (Res)in Applied Linguistics, or MA in English Language Teaching.
● University of Sunderland - MA in TESOL
● University of York - MA in Teaching English to Young Learners
Ireland
You can find universities in HEA, Postgrad, or CAO
Korea
(Be aware that some countries do not accept degrees from non-English speaking countries. Check to make sure the country where you will be teaching will accept this degree.)
● Dankook University - MA in TEFL.
● Sookmyung University - MA in TEFL
● Woosong University - MA in TESOL-MALL
New Zealand
You can find universities in Kiwi Careers
● University of Auckland - MEd in TESOL
● Victoria University of Wellington - MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics
South Africa
● Stellenbosch University - MA in Linguistics
Scotland
You can find universities in Scotland Gov't
● University of Dundee - MA in Education
● University of Edinburgh - Med in TESOL
Spain
(Be aware that some countries do not accept degrees from non-English speaking countries. Check to make sure the country where you will be teaching will accept this degree.)
● FUNIBER - MA in TEFL. FUNIBER has a consortium with the University of Piura, Peru and the University of Jaen, Spain.
USA
You can find universities in 50 States, Graduate Guide,ELearners, My College Guide, Petersons
● Anaheim - MA in TESOL
● Azusa Pacific University - MA in TESOL
● Columbia International University - MA in TEFL/Intercultural Studies or MEd in Curriculum/Instruction or MEd in Educational Administration
● Framingham State College - MA in TESL or MA in Special Education or MA in International Teaching. Here's the website for the MA in TESL for those living in Korea
● School for International Training - MA in International Education or MA in TESL
● Shenadoah University - MA in TESOL
● The New School - MA in TESOL
● University of Massachusetts - MA in Applied Linguistics
● University of Missouri - MA in TESOL
● Wheaton College - MA in TESOL.
Researching
There are many sites that can help you as far as research go. Check out the links below.
English Language Teaching Journal
English Teaching Professional
Modern English Teacher
IH Journal of Education
ERIC
Brookes
Scholar.Google.com
Guardian
The Center Web
Languages ICT
List of Online Journals
ITESLJ
U of Waterloo
After graduation
Once you have your masters be sure to help other people. You can go to conferences and give workshops and help train other teachers. See Why You Should Attend Conference for more info.
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