The Dual Master's Degree Program in Communication (M.A.) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL – M.S.) serves the interests of students who want to teach English as a second or foreign language, and who want to enrich the foundation they have for teaching a foreign language by studying communication processes as well. The program also serves the interests of students in the field of interpersonal and intercultural communication who are interested in getting overseas experience, and while there support themselves by teaching English as a Foreign Language, and to international students in U.S. institutions.
The combination of the two programs achieves greater efficiency than pursuing each degree separately, reducing the total credits required from 69 to 57. These 57 credits are distributed as follows: Common Core Courses (12); Communication Courses (21) and Teaching English as a Foreign Language Courses (24).
Common Core Courses (12 credits)
Communication Courses (21 credits)
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Courses (24 credits)
Please note: This program requires an internship, field experience, study abroad component, or clinical experience requirement. Students who have previously been convicted of a felony are advised that their prior criminal history may impede their ability to complete the requirements of certain academic programs and/or to meet licensure requirements for certain professions. If you have concerns about this matter please contact the Dean’s Office of your intended academic program.