Graduate Study
Joint M.A. Degrees in English (TEFL/TESL) and Foreign Languages and Literatures
This program requires concurrent study in two Master's degree programs, one in English (TEFL/TESL) and the other in Foreign Languages and Literatures (French, German, or Spanish). The two sponsoring departments provide an interdisciplinary program to enhance both theoretical and applied competencies in the learning and teaching of English and foreign languages as expressions of their respective cultures. Students must earn 60 semester credits to receive both M.A. degrees.
Teaching Assistantships
Teaching Assistantships are available on a competitive basis. Most assistantships begin in the fall semester. Please apply by January 15th for full consideration.
Core Courses:
- E514 Phonology/Morphology for ESL/EFL
- E515 Syntax for ESL/EFL
- E526 Teaching English as a Foreign/Second Language
- E527 Theories of Foreign/Second Language Learning
- E684 Practicum (2-3 credits)
- E687 InternshipE687 Internship (2-4 credits)
- Additional electives within an emphasis (13-17 credits)
- L500 Advanced Syntax/Stylistics
- L510 Research Methods
- L525 History of the Language
- L535 Graduate Studies in Civilization
- Additional electives in the foreign language and literature of specialization: 16 - 24 credits
- E698 Project/L695 Independent Study or E699/L699 Thesis
Additional Requirements:
- Oral defense of your thesis or independent study project
Admission to the joint M.A. program requires an undergraduate major or equivalent proficiency in a foreign language; graduation requires reading knowledge of an additional foreign language. Non-native speakers of English must achieve a TOEFL score of 550 or higher and TWE results must be submitted (official copy required) to be considered for admission.
For information about course offerings and registration procedures for the upcoming semester or summer session, please view the Rambler, the Department's student newsletter.
This information is not intended to replace your advisor or the information in the CSU General Catalog, the Class Schedule, or the Department Checksheets.
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