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Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This postgraduate coursework degree builds advanced expertise in TESOL across diverse age groups and learning contexts. You explore second language acquisition, contemporary teaching methodologies, and cultural dimensions of language learning, supported by current research and pedagogy. A capstone option (project or dissertation) lets you deepen a specialist interest, with electives spanning education, linguistics and emerging technologies for language teaching. This is a Master coursework qualification in Education & Teaching.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles teaching English in second-language settings across schools, adult education and community programs, as well as workplace or private language training. The degree supports careers in TESOL program delivery, curriculum and materials development, and language education support roles in Australia or internationally. The capstone and research-focused learning also provide a pathway toward further study and specialist practice. This is a Master coursework qualification in Education & Teaching.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$54,100 per year

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CSP: A$4,738
Full Fee Paying: A$32,000

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Information

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2 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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MATESOLT1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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