Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction, English as a Second Language (Online)

The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with concentration and licensure in English as a Second Language focuses on preparing educators to meet the needs of students who are currently enrolled in U.S. public school classrooms in grades PreK-12. The program is designed specifically for teachers and those who plan to teach second language learners in multilingual classrooms within the U.S.

Career Path

The program also seeks to prepare teachers to work with early learners who are also second language learners in preschool settings, nursery school settings, and early learning classrooms. Candidates who successfully complete the program meet requirements for the Pre-K through 12th grade professional license in ESL. In addition to teaching in public, private, faith-based, and preschool classrooms, the program enables graduates to pursue the following careers: Adjunct professor Curriculum writer for PreK-12, ESL curriculum design for PreK-12, ESL instructional consultant, ESL instructor, Faith-based ESL coordinator, Faith-based ESL teacher (missionary), Lead teacher in ESL, PreK ESL coordinator.

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middle Tennessee State University below
  • Bachelor Certificate 
  • Bachelor Transcript
  • Passport
  • Recommendation Letter
  • English Proficiency Letter
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
  • Wassce /A level Certificate

English Language Requirement

Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

September, 2025

From January, 2025 to June, 2025

Open

, 2026

From January, 2025 to October, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to June, 2026

Open