Graduate Pathway in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Saint Mary's College of CaliforniaProgram Overview
The Graduate Pathway in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a Pre-Master programme in Education over 6 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 education. 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 Graduate Pathway in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) 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: 6 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 25,480 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Birmingham, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Academic Reading/Writing I
- Academic Speaking/Listening I
- Second Language Learning
- Grammar for ESL Teachers or Methods Teaching English as International Language
- Academic Reading/Writing II
- Academic Speaking/Listening II
- Grammar for ESL Teachers or Methods Teaching English as International Language
- Teaching Adult Language Learners or Instruction/Assessment: Listening/Speaking
- Community English Classes
- Academic English Skills
- Second Language Learning
- Grammar for ESL Teachers or Methods Teaching English as International Language
- Presentation and Discussion Skills
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A bachelor\'s degree or equivalent with 3.0 GPA
- Minimum GRE or GMAT scores, if required by desired degree program
- TOEFL iBT 80 IELTS 6.5 PTEA 53 Completion of Academic English Level 5
2-Semester Pathway
- 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent with 2.5 GPA
- TOEFL iBT 65 (16+ subscores) or IELTS 5.5 (5.5+ subscores) or PTEA 44 or Completion of Academic English Level 4 or Password overall Level 6
1-Semester Pathway
- 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent with 2.5 GPA
- TOEFL iBT 80 (20 subscores in 3 sections) or IELTS 6.5 (6.0 subscores in 3 sections) or PTEA 53
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,480 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 25,480 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Alabama at Birmingham 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 Saint Mary's College of California
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, United States
Saint Mary's College of Californiais aprivateCatholic college inMoraga, California, United States. Established in 1863, it is administered by theDe La Salle Brothers. The college offers...
University Profile- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 6 months
