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Instruction and Curriculum - Teaching English as a Second Language

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Tuition USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2001-06-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Union, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Instruction and Curriculum - Teaching English as a Second Language at Kean University is a MA programme in Education 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 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 Instruction and Curriculum - Teaching 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  6. Location: Union, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Instruction and Curriculum - Teaching English as a Second Language programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. General Linguistics
  2. Seminar in Phonology and Structure of American English
  3. Seminar in Language Acquisition
  4. Introduction to ESL Assessment
  5. Seminar in Assessment of Second Language Proficiency
  6. Seminar in Contemporary Research in Applied Linguistics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

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).

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
  • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0*
  • New Jersey or out-of-state Standard Instructional Certificate or CEAS
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • GRE (Graduate Record Exam)\xc2\xa0
  • Two letters of recommendation
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  • Professional Resume/CV
  • Departmental interview \xc2\xa0may be required
  • Writing sample of approximately one hour (to be completed at interview)
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 784 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 640 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Kean University 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.

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2001-06-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-05
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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