Duration
2 years full time / 4 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Intake
March, July
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
Learn more
Learn more
Entry schemes
Access Melbourne is available
Learn more
Learn more
Career outcomes
Overview
Your future career starts at Melbourne
There is a high demand for English teachers, as it’s one of the world’s most widely spoken languages. You’ll graduate as a highly employable, versatile candidate for teaching jobs around the world.
*Please note: the Master of TESOL does not provide an initial teacher qualification to register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching as a school teacher in Australia. For information on becoming a teacher, please visit the Become a Teacher page.
Key career outcomes
- Become an English as an Additional Language (EAL) teacher. Teach in a range of settings in Australia or overseas, face-to-face or online. Registered teachers can gain the English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teaching specialisation (available in the fast-track stream).
- Benefit from practical instruction and career guidance. Build classroom-ready skills and a toolkit of resources from day one and be guided in right direction to get the career outcomes you’re seeking, with a strong employment focus throughout the course.
- Consider research. Take the research option in second year to start building research skills and expertise, and continue on to a PhD or other graduate research.
Where can English as an additional language teaching take you?
As well as teaching English as a second language, a Master of TESOL offers opportunities to pursue English language opportunities in a range of sectors.
- Education services such as foundation or bridging programs for international students
- Government or NGOs in roles like curriculum design and language education
- Publishing companies producing TESOL materials and assessments.
Accreditation
The English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teaching specialisation requires 22 days of supervised placement at a school or similar setting during school hours. This option is available in the fast-track program, and requires eligibility for Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration. Please contact the VIT to determine eligibility if you do not already hold current registration.
Industry connections
Develop strong professional and personal connections with community and industry to open doors in Australia and overseas.
- Meet experts and hear about the latest developments in the field with thought expert guest lectures and seminars.
- Build professional networks and develop connections on placement.
- Pursue the final-year research option to start building networks in your area of interest, and as a stepping stone to graduate research.
Career support
Plan and achieve your goals with our career support services. Access these services to build your confidence and improve your career readiness while studying.
Support includes:
- Personalised career consultations
- Workshops on resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, and interview skills
- Access to an exclusive job portal connecting students to industry opportunities
- Networking events with alumni and professionals.
Alumni profile
"The Master of TESOL has developed my career in a very significant way. I am currently teaching in a university. To be honest, I am the youngest lecturer in the faculty and most of my colleagues are twice my age!"
– Afina Nazira, Master of TESOL
Make a difference through graduate research
Build on your masters qualification to pursue a graduate research degree through the Master of Education pathway. Supported by a globally connected research community, you’ll collaborate with supervisors, experts and peers who share your passion for discovery and impact.
Through regular connection with peers, researchers and our global network of industry partners, you’ll develop strong connections with community and industry that open the door to an outstanding future.