About the course

The program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages–International, College and Adult prepares students to teach English to speakers of other languages at all levels internationally and at the college and adult levels in the United States. Students seeking licensure to teach ESL at the Pre-K–12 level in the United States should see the licensure track section in this website.

　　Most of the domestic students who enroll in the program are interested in teaching English to adults in college, community, and other programs in the United States and abroad. Students may also use this training to teach English as a foreign language to younger learners in primary and secondary schools abroad. International students returning to their home countries teach English as a foreign language at a variety of levels.

　　Students in the program are required to take courses in linguistic theory, applied English grammar, language acquisition, methodology of teaching English to speakers of other languages, research methodology, and two approved electives, chosen from options such as intercultural communication, computer-assisted language learning, language program management, and applied phonology. Candidates are also required to complete a semester of supervised practicum (for native speakers of English) or guided observation (for non-native speakers of English) in a field setting that matches their particular interests. BU’s program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages produces innovative teachers well versed in both theoretical and applied teaching principles. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Boston
Summer (May), 2024	Boston
Fall (September), 2024	Boston
Spring (January), 2025	Boston
Summer (May), 2025	Boston
Fall (September), 2025	Boston
Spring (January), 2026	Boston
Summer (May), 2026	Boston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Boston University

TOEFL iBT:- 100 (Writing: 22, Speaking: 23, Reading: 21 and Listening: 18)

　　IELTS:- 7.0

　　Resume or Curriculum Vitae

　　Unofficial transcripts from all universities attended

　　Two letters of recommendation

　　Official standardized test score reports, if required*

　　English Proficiency, if required

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Boston University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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