Study location	Lithuania, Klaipėda
Type	Master, Fulltime online studies with a few on-campus meetings
Nominal duration	2 years (90 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	MA (MA in Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Languages)

Tuition fee	€5,500 per programme Tuition for the full academic program (two academic years) is 5,500 EUR. Tuition for the full program (two academic years) for LCC alumni is 5,000 EUR In addition, students are responsible to pay for their own textbooks, Summer residency housing, and travel to Lithuania.
Application fee	€40 one-time Application fee is NOT refundable

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or other comparable education) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Lithuanian. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. Please keep in mind that we will request official university transcripts to be sent by your university directly to admission@lcc.lt or by post. Please contact us for more information.

Language requirements

English All applicants (including students from Africa countries) MUST submit a valid English proficiency certificate that meets the minimum requirement to qualify for the MA program and is not older than 2 years: - iBT TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) – 100 - IELTS Academic – Band 7.0 The language requirement may be waived only for the following reasons: - You are a citizen of Great Britain, Ireland, Australia, Canada, the U.S. or New Zealand; - You have completed undergraduate studies in one of the above mentioned countries within the last 2 years and have a good academic record; - You are an LCC Alumni.

Other requirements

At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. Submit two references from people familiar with your character, academic and professional background. Preferably, at least one of the references should come from a university you have attended. A motivation letter must be added to your application. Submit a motivational essay indicating why the MA in TESOL program at LCC International University is appropriate for your academic interests as well as academic and professional goals. Theoretical background in applied linguistics and foreign language teaching theory is not required but strongly recommended. Applicants are also required to submit their CV/resumes of their previous work/academic experience.

More information	lcc.lt/ma-tesol

Overview

MA degree for ambitious professionals
Our MA TESOL program prepares you to teach English anywhere in the world, work in a public or private school or language program, expand your teaching potential, seek to be an administrator of language programs or a test administrator.

We offer:
- An advanced degree for teaching and administrative positions
- An affordable tuition rate; tuition costs are significantly less than other MA programs
- TESOL professors who are experts in their field and care about students
- A practicum in Lithuania at LCC’s dynamic Summer Language Institute
- A blended learning course design that can be completed in 2 years
- Flexible learning hours; continue your current job while studying online
- Opportunities to consider the ethical aspects of teaching and learning

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Programme structure

Year 1

- Learn the dynamic nature of language and the power of language use internationally
- Dive into the psychological, cognitive, and social complexities of learning a second language
- Analyze unique opportunities to integrate your faith into your teaching
- Explore the world of language assessment and testing
- Design student-centered lessons that improve students’ language through best practices
- Create a curriculum for specialized groups of students

Year 2

- Have the option of completing a teaching practicum at LCC in Lithuania or anywhere in the world
- Dive into language research methods
- Complete research in your own classrooms to inform your understanding of your practice
- Learn best practices of language program administration from budgeting to mentoring teachers
- Write a publishable thesis on language research in an area of your choice
- Become researchers as you enroll in the thesis courses. You will be guided by an advisor to write a literature review, select methods, collect data, and report findings on a topic of their choice

Career opportunities

Integrated skills practicum
The Practicum course integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application in classrooms. You will select a school or language program that is convenient for you. You will observe lessons of a qualified teacher and then teach lessons, make lesson plans and observe student progress.

LCC hosts a Summer Language Institute (SLI) in July and, you as an MA TESOL student, are welcome to complete you Practicum course here. Come and join our staff of 35 experienced English teachers for a month and complete your Practicum in Lithuania.