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Master of Arts with a Major in English as a Second Language
In addition to the general requirements stated for the graduate programs, each student must pass two three-hour three-hour written comprehensive exams and submit a portfolio. One is in Theoretical Linguistics, the other in Applied Linguistics. The candidate is allowed to take these exams up to three times during work on the MA degree.
Some courses are offered on a rotating basis. Students should consult the graduate advisor early in the MA programs.
Major in English as a Second Language: Thesis Option
Major Requirements: 36 Semester Hours
Including a thesis; with the option of taking a total of up to 6 hours in one or more other fields.
| Required Courses |
30 hours |
| ENG 6302 | Modern English Syntax |
| ENG 6321 | Studies in Language and Culture |
| ENG 6328 | Introduction to English as a Second Language |
| ENG 6329 | Problems in English as a Second Language |
| ENG 6350 | Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics for Teachers |
| ENG 6351 | Problems in Linguistics (when topic is research) |
| ENG 6352 | Practicum in English as a Second Language |
| ENG 6353 | ESL Testing |
| ENG 7300 | Thesis |
| ENG 7301 | Thesis |
| Designated Electives |
6 hours |
| Students are advised to take them from the following: |
| ENG 6325 | Studies in Composition Techniques |
| ENG 6345 | Problems in Grammar, Dialects, and Language Performance |
| ED 6324 | Second Language Teaching: Theory and Methodology |
| SOC 6350 | Advanced Sociology of Education |
| SOC 6361 | Race and Ethnic Relations |
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| TOTAL: 36 hours | |
Major in English as a Second Language: Non-Thesis Option
Major Requirements: 36 Semester Hours
With the option of taking a total of up to 9 hours in one or more other fields.
| Required Courses |
21 hours |
| ENG 6302 | Modern English Syntax |
| ENG 6321 | Studies in Language and Culture |
| ENG 6328 | Introduction to English as a Second Language |
| ENG 6329 | Problems in English as a Second Language |
| ENG 6350 | Introduction to Descriptive Linguistics for Teachers |
| ENG 6352 | Practicum in English as a Second Language |
| ENG 6353 | ESL Testing |
| Designated Electives |
6 hours |
| At least 6 semester hours form the following courses: |
| ENG 6325 | Studies in Composition Techniques |
| ENG 6345 | Problems in Grammar, Dialects, and Language Performance |
| ENG 6351 | Problems in Linguistics |
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| Electives |
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| 9 additional semester hours, chosen in consultation with the graduate advisor. |
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| TOTAL: 36 hours | |
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