This taught masters programme is designed for the professional development of teachers. You can better understand the problems that people face when learning a new language. You will be able to apply this knowledge to improve your teaching practice and employment prospects.

You may be able to take some of the courses towards your degree online. Completing the MTESOL does not qualify you to teach in state schools in New Zealand.

Other related programmes include the Postgraduate Diploma in Language Teaching and the Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics.

You must have completed one of the following:

• An undergraduate degree in any subject and at least two years of teaching experience.
• A one-year postgraduate qualification following an undergraduate degree, or an equivalent four-year undergraduate degree, in a subject related to language teaching, business English or language studies, and at least one year of teaching experience.

Your study must have been at a recognised university (or similar institution) and you will need a GPE of 3.5.

The following subjects may also be considered for entry: A language other than first language, Language Teaching (any language), Linguistics, Education.