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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

University of Canterbury
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Christchurch, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages at University of Canterbury is a Master 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 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 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: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 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

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Normally the minimum requirement is a three-year bachelor’s degree from a New Zealand university, or a qualification or combination of qualifications considered to be equivalent.
If you gained your qualifications overseas, these will need to be assessed to make sure they are of an equivalent standard.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 51,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 36,150 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Canterbury 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.