Master of TESOL

Teach English as an additional language

Learn to teach English as an Additional Language (EAL) in a variety of educational settings with the Master of TESOL at Melbourne. Start an exciting and flexible career that can take you around the world, or gain a specialist qualification to extend your existing teaching expertise. Develop specialised skills to suit varied teaching environments at all levels of education, learn from internationally recognised experts in the field, and be supported throughout.

Key features

1. Start a versatile career that could take you abroad. Teach in a range of environments around the world, including mainstream schools (for registered teachers), migrant language centres, bridging programs for international students, and more.
2. Study with or without prior experience. The Master of TESOL is suitable for students of all backgrounds, with no prior experience in the field required. If you’re already a teacher, you’ll be able to fast-track your studies and gain an EAL Teaching specialisation.
3. Exit early. Explore the option to exit after the first 100 points of study with a Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies.

Why study TESOL (EAL teaching) at Melbourne?

The Faculty of Education at Melbourne is a vibrant learning environment where you will join a community committed to changing lives through education.

The Master of TESOL draws on the latest in education research and practice.

1. Learn on placement. Explore placement options to integrate your learning with practical experience in diverse TESOL teaching environments (mainstream school placements available for registered teachers only).
2. Access international study opportunities. Undertake a capstone subject in your final semester, with the option of international travel.
3. Experience research-led learning. You’ll be taught by internationally recognised education experts and researchers. The course integrates theory and practice for practical application in the real world, producing strong leaders and educators ready to teach.

Student support

As a Melbourne student, you'll be supported to succeed – in your studies, your wellbeing and your finances.

• International student support. Visa and arrival help when you need it.
• Academic skills and advice. Meet an advisor or join a workshop to get the most from your studies.
• Global exchange. Study overseas through our network of global partners.
• Mentoring and community. Explore student life and student and alumni mentoring programs.
• Wellbeing and accommodation. Access health, counselling and accommodation support.
• Fees and scholarships. Find scholarships you're eligible for and manage your finances.

See all the ways Melbourne supports our students

What students say

“I understand that I have to acquire various theoretical perspectives on TESOL. However, I expect to learn how these theories are going to be translated into practice. I finally decided to choose the [University of Melbourne’s] Faculty of Education, as one of their focuses is on clinical practice, which guarantees the aspect of practicality.”

– Yauma Hasanah, Master of TESOL

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