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The Master of Arts (MA) Program in International Language Education offers advanced postgraduate education, taught in English, with two specialized concentrations: Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), and Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL). Our research-informed approach to language education prepares language professionals for a dynamic global career in teaching English or Chinese as a second language. The program provides a solid foundation in applied linguistics, with an emphasis on the use of digital technology in teaching. On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to: Explain applied linguistics theories; Design effective teaching plans and devise appropriate testing methods for second-language teaching based on language pedagogy; Effectively teach English or Chinese as a second language in English to non-native speakers; Design and implement research-embedded teaching approaches; and Lead teaching teams in the development of language curricula and teaching materials.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Arts (MA) Program in International Language Education offers advanced postgraduate education, taught in English, with two specialized concentrations: Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), and Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL). Our research-informed approach to language education prepares language professionals for a dynamic global career in teaching English or Chinese as a second language. The program provides a solid foundation in applied linguistics, with an emphasis on the use of digital technology in teaching. On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to: Explain applied linguistics theories; Design effective teaching plans and devise appropriate testing methods for second-language teaching based on language pedagogy; Effectively teach English or Chinese as a second language in English to non-native speakers; Design and implement research-embedded teaching approaches; and Lead teaching teams in the development of language curricula and teaching materials.
Admission Requirements
100+
6.5+
Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification. Applicants must declare the concentration they apply for at the time of application. Any transfer between the TESL and TCSL concentrations must be approved by the Academic Directors, and is contingent on whether students can meet the language proficiency requirement of the concentration they would like to transfer to. Double-concentration is not allowed.
MA in International Language Education
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
12 monthsProgramme duration
3,837 USDTuition Fee/year
01 Apr, 2024Application Deadline
4Scholarships
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
Domestic
International
Scholarships
The Belt and Road Admission Scholarship
Value
50% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
1 Mar 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
MSc Program Admissions Scholarship
Value
$10000
Deadline
1 Mar 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
MSc Program Academic Achievement Scholarship
Value
$1200
Deadline
1 Mar 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
HKUST Business School’s MSc Diversity Excellence Scholarship
Value
$30000
Deadline
1 Mar 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
You must be admitted to this school to be awarded
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