Program Overview
The English as a Second Language at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the English as a Second Language programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 831 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 416 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English as a Second Language programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics for Teachers
- Problems in Linguistics
- Modern English Syntax
- Studies in English Phonology
- Introduction to English as a Second Language
- roblems in English as a Second Language
- Practicum in English as a Second Language
- ESL Testing
- Studies in Language and Culture
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Review and submit all Program Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in any field.
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
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- Resume including educational background and work experience.
- If the applicant does not meet minimum undergraduate GPA criterion, GRE general test minimum scores of 153 Verbal and 4.0 Analytical are required for conditional admission. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 831 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 416 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 831 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 416 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, United States
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months