Master of Professional Language Studies – Language Teaching Level 9
The Master of Professional Language Studies combines practical classroom teaching with a sound knowledge of theory.
This programme is aimed at teachers who have a preliminary qualification and experience in language teaching. Students are often experienced teachers of ESOL or EFL, te reo, sign language or other languages.
You study a range of core and elective topics and then complete a reflective practice project where you identify an area of teaching that you would like to investigate in more depth. You critically review the literature and develop a theory of teaching in this area. In the classroom you apply the theory through a number of teaching events and reflect on your practice.
Modules
All courses include some blended learning; this can range from readings and the handbook posted online, to online tutorials and discussions.
You should discuss your intended study sequence with the programme leader before enrolling in courses.
Core courses
- LING810 Language Analysis
- LNGT801 The Language Learner
- LNGT802 Curriculum Design and Assessment
- LNGT900 Contemporary Approaches and Issues in Language Teaching
- LNGT995 Reflective Practice Project
- Elective courses
Choose one of:
- CLSY802 Multilingualism, Diversity and Intercultural Competence
- LING812 Discourse Analysis
Career Outcomes
Graduates will be well-prepared to advance their career in language teaching positions nationally and internationally in:
What will I learn?
This programme is aimed at teachers who have a preliminary qualification and experience in language teaching. Students are often experienced teachers of ESOL or EFL, te reo, sign language or other languages.
You study a range of core and elective topics and then complete a reflective practice project where you identify an area of teaching that you would like to investigate in more depth. You critically review the literature and develop a theory of teaching in this area. In the classroom you apply the theory through a number of teaching events and reflect on your practice.
