Master of Arts in English Language Teaching (MA in ELT)
Introduction
The Department of English at Eastern University offers the Master of Arts in English Language Teaching (MA in ELT), a comprehensive graduate program designed to develop learners' theoretical understanding and practical application of English Language Teaching (ELT) in the dynamic context of the 21st century.
The one-year MA in ELT programme is designed to empower English language learners and educators with advanced pedagogical, andragogical, and heutagogical expertise by integrating theory with practice through a combination of research-based coursework, innovative teaching methodologies, reflective practice, and hands-on classroom experience, facilitated by an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) that aligns with both local higher education and international academic benchmarks.
The MA in ELT programme spans 38 credit hours and is delivered across three consecutive semesters. This academic schedule culminates in the successful completion of twelve courses. These courses ensure a holistic engagement with the field, requiring learners to:
- Complete a series of advanced core and elective courses that explore cutting-edge methodologies, applied linguistics, curriculum design, and assessment practices,
- Pass a viva voce examination, demonstrating comprehensive mastery on the subject.
- Undertake a capstone experience, choosing between:
- - A Dissertation: An independent, sustained piece of academic research contributing original insights to the field of ELT.
- - An Internship: A guided, practical engagement with an academic institution or professional setting, ensuring the practical application of theoretical knowledge and the development of professional competencies.
This structure guarantees that graduates are prepared for diverse career trajectories, ranging from advanced academic research to leadership roles in language education and curriculum development.
Why Master of Arts in English Language Teaching (ELT) at Eastern University
The Department of English, Eastern University is committed to:
- Preparing highly skilled language educators by focusing on innovative pedagogical methodologies and providing intensive, practical exposure to contemporary English language teaching.
- Supporting graduates for a wider and more sophisticated range of teaching, administrative, and specialist roles in both formal (schools, colleges, universities) and non-formal (language centers, NGOs, corporate training, and online learning platforms) educational settings, spanning domestic and international contexts,
- Guiding and mentoring learners toward influential positions such as curriculum design specialists, education policy developers, and training coordination experts in the field of English language teaching,
- Developing leaders’ research knowledge and skills in the area of English language teaching
- Helping learners earn learning, literacy and life skills required in the 21st century and
- Preparing learners to achieve the competencies of global and digital citizenship.
Special features of the university
- Qualified educators and researchers
- Outcome Based Curriculum
- Fully automated and digitalized web-based central library
- Modern computer lab for each department
- High speed internet and Free Wi-Fi
- Professional placement services
- International office for higher education placement
- International Credit Transfer agreements with a network of partner universities worldwide
- Free medical consultation & socio-psychological counseling
- Financial Aid/ Scholarship support for students
- Separate hostel facilities for male & female students
Admission eligibility
For the admission into the M.A. in ELT (English Language Teaching) program, a candidate must demonstrate adequate prior academic preparation.
- Candidates must possess a 4-year B.A. (Hons.) degree in English from a recognized university,
- OR must have successfully passed the M.A. (Preliminary) in English.