Overview

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages programme from Swinburne University of Technology aims to facilitate the development of disciplinary knowledge on second language acquisition, focusing on the area of teaching English to speakers of other languages; equip prospective teachers with the basic, intermediate and advanced tools for classroom practice in the area of TESOL; explore in-depth, current theories and pedagogy in second/foreign language teaching; critically investigate classroom issues related to teaching TESOL; critique second/foreign language teaching methodologies, discuss research trends in the field of teaching English as a second/foreign language and, enable students to explore and apply research methods and skills in TESOL.

Upon successful completion, you will be awarded from Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak.

Career opportunities

The Master of Arts (TESOL) programme prepares students to become English language teachers at schools, universities and private education institutions, to work as course advisers, course designers, teacher trainers, or to set up private education businesses. It also lays a sound foundation for those who are interested in conducting research in language teaching and learning.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Phonology and Grammar for English Teachers

Educational Management and Leadership

Methods and Approaches to Language Research

Assessment in TESOL

Developing Inclusive Learning and Teaching Practice

Nature of Teaching and Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-20 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-29 00:00:00
Starting 2026-10-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-21 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-25 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

66

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuching, Malaysia

Disciplines

Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 10 other Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in Malaysia

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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

PTE Academic

66

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the HEP Senate;

A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related field or its equivalent but has not achieved CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field.”

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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

23320 MYR / year

≈ 23320 MYR / year
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Citizens or residents

19120 MYR / year

≈ 19120 MYR / year

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Funding

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