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Teaching English as a Second Language

University of Alberta
Information last verified July 2026
Degree Master
Deadline Mar, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Edmonton, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Teaching English as a Second Language at University of Alberta is a Master programme in Education, 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 Teaching English as a Second Language programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 7
  4. Location: Edmonton, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the 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. EDPY 500 Introduction to Data Analysis in Educational Research (or equivalent) 3 OR EDPY 503 Qualitative Methods of Education Research (or equivalent) 3
  2. EDPY 501 Introduction to Methods of Educational Research 3
  3. Five - 500 level TESL courses (or approved substitutions) 15
  4. EDPY 575 TESL Supervised Practicum 3
  5. EDPY 903 Capping Project in TESL 3

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The Department\'s minimum admission requirements are a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent (typically in education or psychology) from a recognized institution, with a minimum GPA of 6.5/9.0 or 3.0/4.0 on the most recent 60 credits of course work. Students are NOT required to complete the GRE for admission purposes.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 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

Mar, 2027

About University of Alberta

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University of Alberta

Edmonton, Canada

public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Mar, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English