Overview

This Applied Linguistics and Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at the University of Malta provides an opportunity for closely mentored postgraduate learning and research in the theoretical and practical aspects of applied linguistics and TESOL.

It enhances awareness of issues surrounding the learning of English by speakers of other languages in different contexts around the world and it leads to a range of career paths in the international TESOL industry. It offers focused and scholarly engagement with current theory and practice in second language acquisition, the learning of language skills and systems, the evaluation of English language proficiency, the use of digital technology in TESOL, and English for Specific Purposes.

Career opportunities

The M.A. in Applied Linguistics and Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages enables you to fill such positions as those of Director of Studies, trainer, course designer, examiner, consultant, etc. It also makes you eligible for doctoral study in TESOL.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in TESOL

Applied Linguistics for TESOL

Advanced Grammar

Evaluating English Language Proficiency

Developing English Language Proficiency

Second Language Acquisition

TESOL Practicum

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-23 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International

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EU students: They will be accepting late applications for a number of courses until 15 September.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

7

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Msida, Malta

Disciplines

Language Studies Teaching Linguistics View 5 other Masters in Linguistics in Malta

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must be in possession of:

a Bachelor degree in English from this University or from a higher education institution recognised by Senate, provided that they demonstrate, through appropriate certification and references, that they have undertaken at least 500 hours of teaching English or are in possession of a Malta Qualifications Framework Level 4 qualification in TESOL or higher or

a Bachelor degree from this University or from a higher education institution recognised by Senate, in an area of study deemed relevant by the Board, provided that they are either in possession of a Malta Qualifications Framework Level 4 qualification in English or an IELTS 7 or equivalent and have undertaken at least 1000 hours of teaching English or, if they have no teaching experience, they will be required to follow and successfully complete the University of Malta Certificate in ELT

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

3200 EUR / year

≈ 3200 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

3200 EUR / year

≈ 3200 EUR / year

Additional Details

Fee per semester: Eur 1,600

Living costs

Msida

Malta

690 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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