At a Glance: program details
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Program Description
Degree Awarded: MA Language Teaching
The Master of Arts program in language teaching prepares current and aspiring language teachers with the tools they need to effectively teach languages in secondary schools and in higher education environments. This program provides professional development to practicing language teachers in K--12 schools and community colleges, and at the university level. This program offers three track options: French, German and Spanish.
Teachers in Arizona who are interested in continuing their professional development in both language pedagogy and language proficiency can pursue this degree. Teachers receive training in teaching methodologies, second language acquisition, heritage language pedagogy, computer-assisted language teaching, applied linguistics, and the teaching of literature and culture. This program may also interest individuals who wish to become highly proficient bilinguals.
Degree Requirements
Curriculum Plan Options
- 30 credit hours including the required applied project course (SLC 593)
Required Core (3 credit hours)
SLC 596 Second Language Methodologies (3)
Track (9 credit hours)
Other Requirements (12 credit hours)
Electives (3 credit hours)
Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
SLC 593 Applied Project (3)
Additional Curriculum Information
Students choose from three available tracks: French, German or Spanish. Students should see their academic unit for approved track coursework. Students select coursework in consultation with their committee chair.
Other Requirements coursework may be substituted with approval of the academic unit.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in a foreign language, applied linguistics, linguistics, literature, education or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
Applicants are required to submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- letter of intent or written statement
- two letters of recommendation
- proof of target language proficiency
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
The written statement should be no more than two pages, single-spaced, and should discuss how the applicant's educational background and experiences have prepared them for this graduate program. The applicant should also describe why they are interested in pursuing this master's degree and how it aligns with their career goals.
Proof of target language proficiency is accepted by an audio or video submission of a two-minute self-introduction.
Flexible Degree Options
Accelerated program options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years.
It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's and master's degree with:
BA - German
Approach the world from a new perspective by studying the language and literature of Germany, as well as the country's customs, cuisine and more. Studying topics as varied as Germany's profound history at the center of the Holocaust and the nation's present-day influence on business, film and sustainability, you'll acquire a globally informed perspective for diverse career paths.
Website | Locations: TEMPE
BA - Spanish
Fluency in Spanish, coupled with critical thinking and analytical skills, will give you an unparalleled competitive edge in today's job market and our increasingly diverse society. Traveling, living and working in Spanish-speaking communities around the world provides many personal and professional opportunities for embracing life in a globalized world.
Website | Locations: TEMPE,ONLNE
BA - French
Did you know that French is the fifth-most-spoken language in the world? An understanding of the French language and the renowned foods, cultures, communities and customs prepares you for a career of adventure and creativity as a globally informed citizen.
Website | Locations: TEMPE
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students will be advised by their academic departments to apply.
Application Deadlines
Fall
Session
Modality
Deadline
Type
Session A/C
In Person
January 15th
Final
Career Opportunities
Professionals with this degree can confidently move into academic and business fields. Language skills developed through this program are valued for teaching positions, translation work or work in a larger sector, such as business, government and public administration.
Career examples include:
- adult, basic or secondary education teacher
- foreign language and literature teacher or professor
- instructional coordinator
- instructional designer or technologist
- interpreter or translator
- literacy teacher
- middle school or high school teacher
- reporter or correspondent
Program Contact Information
If you have questions related to admission, please click here to request information and an admission specialist will reach out to you directly.
For questions regarding faculty or courses, please use the contact information below.
Concurrent degree programs are specially designed academic programs which provide high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to complete two distinct but complementary bachelor degrees at the same time. Students must meet minimum admissions standards for both programs and be accepted individually by both colleges offering the concurrent program.
Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. ASU offers students two ways to earn concurrent degrees: by choosing a predetermined combination or creating their own combination. Predetermined combinations have a single admissions application and one easy to follow major map. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor. Either way, concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests.
Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
ASU students may accelerate their studies by earning a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years (for some programs) or by earning a bachelor's degree in 2.5 or 3 years.
Accelerated bachelor's and master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving undergraduate students who want the opportunity to combine undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs, featuring the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty, allow students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years.
Accelerated bachelor's degree programs allow students to choose either a 2.5- or a 3-year path while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students can opt to fast-track their studies after acceptance into a participating program by connecting with their academic advisor.
This is only the first required math course. This program may contain additional math courses; See Major Map for details.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required.
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the General level: MAT 142
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Moderate level: MAT 117, MAT 119, MAT 170, MAT 210, SOS 101, CPI 200
The level of intensity represents a measure of the number and academic rigor of math courses required. Courses included in the Substantial level: MAT 251, MAT 265. MAT 266, MAT 267, MAT 270, MAT 271, MAT 272, MAT 274, MAT 275
A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
A final deadline means that all applications and application materials must be received by Graduate Admissions by the deadline date. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered after the final deadline. Applications that are submitted past the final deadline may not be considered.
A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Graduate Admissions.