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Professional Language Studies — Language Teaching

Auckland University of Technology
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Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Auckland, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Professional Language Studies — Language Teaching at Auckland University of Technology is a Master programme in Education over 12 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 Professional Language Studies — Language Teaching programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Professional Language Studies — Language Teaching 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. LING810 Language Analysis
  2. LNGT801 The Language Learner
  3. LNGT900 Contemporary Approaches and Issues in Language Teaching
  4. LNGT995 Reflective Practice Project
  5. LNGT802 Curriculum Design and Assessment
  6. LING811 Language, Culture and Communication
  7. LING812 Discourse Analysis

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

To enter the MPLS in Language Teaching students must have completed one of the following:(a) a relevant 4 year bachelor\'s degree or(b) a relevant bachelor\'s degree with honours or(c) a relevant postgraduate diploma or(d) a bachelor\'s degree or graduate diploma and(e) a relevant professional qualification approved by the dean (or representative) to be equivalent to one year of advanced study.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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