Overview

The field of TESOL is as diverse as are the students who come to study with us, and our six graduate TESOL programs are designed to meet their wide range of needs.

In total, there are six graduate TESOL programs to choose from with two master’s programs, two diploma programs, and two certificate programs.

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages program is offered at Mount Saint Vincent University.

Professional Skills

Our graduate programs are focused on meeting the needs of various student groups to become a more effective educator. Whether you’re an Canadian public school teacher, an individual hoping to work in adult immigration setting or language schools, a graduate degree, diploma or certificate in TESOL can help you to advance your career and to improve the quality of education that your students receive.

Programme Structure

At the Mount, we are committed to providing our students with flexible and accessible learning options.

We understand that you may be working, studying full-time, or balancing the demands of your family, your career, and your education, and we’re ready to help you succeed.

We welcome both full-time and part-time students, and we offer several electives via online learning.

As a full-time student, you can complete the graduate program requirements in as little as one year.

Part-time students generally finish their studies in two years, but if you need a little more time, you can take up to five years to earn your graduate degree in our on-campus programs.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Halifax, Canada

Disciplines

Language Studies Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 60 other Masters in Language Studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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93

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum requirements for admission to the program are a bachelor’s degree and evidence of one year successful teaching experience (or equivalent). For those teaching in the public school system, a BEd or its equivalent is also required. Those involved in education other than in the school system do not require a BEd for admittance to the program and are encouraged to apply. Additional specific requirements may be in place for certain cohorts and concentrations.

Only students who show the potential to perform well in graduate studies (normally a minimum B average (GPA of 3.0) in previous university coursework will be considered for admission.

This degree may be completed on a full-time or part-time basis and a variety of delivery modes are possible

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14832 CAD / year

≈ 14832 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7051 CAD / year

≈ 7051 CAD / year

Living costs

Halifax

Canada

1235 - 1956 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Professional Skills

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Halifax

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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