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    Master of Arts in International Language Education

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    Hong Kong, HKMAIn-person1 year
    HK$135,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    48
    Cohort
    students
    24
    Credits
    HK$260.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a 24-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Hong Kong, HK. Tuition is HK$135,000.

    About the program

    Offers advanced education in language education and applied linguistics with concentrations in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) or Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL). Covers foundation courses in language learning, teaching methodology, research, and electives focused on specific concentrations.

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    Deadlines

    Rolling
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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TESL: TOEFL iBT: 100 (Writing: 27/30); TCSL: TOEFL iBT: 85
    IELTS
    optional
    Min TESL: 7.0 (Writing: 7.0, and other sub-scores: 5.5); TCSL: 6.5 (all sub-scores: 5.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    IANG (Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates, up to 24 months for recent graduates) (Hong Kong)

    HK$12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is HK$135,000 across 24 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology take to complete?
    Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    How large is the Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology cohort?
    Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology typically enrolls around 48 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in International Language Education at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: IANG (Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates, up to 24 months for recent graduates) (Hong Kong)