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- Master’s in English Language Teaching (ELT)
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2 years
In English
Course overview
The Master’s in English Language Teaching (ELT, National Program) is a comprehensive two‑year program designed to develop reflective, research‑informed and digitally savvy language educators. The curriculum blends theoretical foundations in linguistics and second language acquisition with cutting‑edge teaching methodologies, curriculum design, assessment practice and educational leadership. Students build expertise in digital language teaching, content‑and‑language integrated learning and inclusive education while engaging in real‑world practicums and collaborative projects. Through research work and a master’s thesis, participants contribute to the advancement of English language pedagogy and prepare for doctoral study or leadership roles in education. Graduates emerge as change agents ready to design curricula, assess learning and lead language programs in diverse contexts.
Admission requirements
- Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in English language, linguistics, education or a related discipline with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 70 % average.
- Applicants should demonstrate English‑language proficiency — IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL iBT 60+ — unless their prior degree was taught entirely in English.
- A statement of purpose is required, outlining professional goals and motivation for pursuing a career in language education.
- Applicants must be prepared for intensive coursework, practicum experiences and independent research.
Syllabus
Semester | Course code | Course title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester I (1st year) | 30 ECTS + electives & research | ||
ELT1105 / MTT1105 | Research Methods & Methods of Teaching English – foundations of research design and methodology in applied linguistics; principles of teaching English to diverse learners. | 5 | |
SLA1105 | Second Language Acquisition – theories of how people learn additional languages and implications for pedagogy. | 5 | |
TMS1105 | TESOL Methodology – teaching skills, language awareness and classroom management strategies . | 5 | |
CDMD1105 | Curriculum Design & Materials Development – principles of syllabus design, materials evaluation and technology‑enhanced resources. | 5 | |
LCC1105 | Language, Culture & Communication – exploration of sociolinguistics, intercultural communication and the role of culture in language teaching . | 5 | |
— | Elective courses (by choice) – e.g., Teaching English to Young Learners, Corpus Linguistics, English Phonology & Grammar. | 10 | |
— | Teaching Practicum & Professional Internship – supervised classroom practice in schools or language centres. | 10 | |
— | Research Work & Thesis Preparation (I) – initial literature review and research proposal. | 10 |
Semester II (1st year) | 30 ECTS | |
LAI1205 | Language Assessment & Evaluation – design and implementation of assessment tools for language proficiency . | 5 |
TEC1205 | Technology‑Enhanced Language Teaching – digital tools, learning management systems and AI‑driven language learning. | 5 |
INC1205 | Inclusive & Differentiated Instruction – strategies for teaching learners with diverse needs and backgrounds. | 5 |
ESP1205 | English for Specific Purposes – teaching English for professional, academic and specific‑purpose contexts . | 5 |
EDL1205 | Educational Leadership & Management – leadership theories, organizational communication and management of language programs (adapted from the MBA’s leadership course) . | 5 |
— | Elective courses (by choice) – e.g., Content & Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), Genre & Discourse Analysis . | 10 |
— | Teaching Practicum & Professional Internship (continued) – classroom teaching, reflective journals and mentorship. | 5 |
— | Research Work & Thesis Preparation (II) – data collection and analysis. |
Semester III (2nd year) | 30 ECTS | |
RM2105 | Advanced Research Methods – quantitative and qualitative techniques, corpus‑based approaches and ethical considerations . | 5 |
MAT2105 | Materials Design & Technology – creation of authentic materials and use of technology for language learning . | 5 |
DEA2105 | Developing Educational Research Practices – action research, reflective practice and scholarly writing . | 5 |
TEYL2105 | Teaching English to Young Learners – pedagogical strategies for early childhood and primary learners . | 5 |
CLIL2105 | Content & Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) – integrating language instruction with subject content . | 5 |
— | Elective courses – options such as Sociolinguistics, Language Awareness for Teaching, Corpus Linguistics. | 10 |
— | Scientific‑Pedagogical Practice & Internship – extended teaching practicum, mentorship and community projects. | 5 |
— | Research Work & Master’s Thesis (III) – drafting chapters and presenting preliminary findings. | 10 |
Semester IV (2nd year) | 30 ECTS | |
PD2205 | Professional Development & Leadership in ELT – mentoring, coaching, and leadership in educational contexts; entrepreneurial skills for language centres. | 5 |
LSP2205 | Language for Specific Purposes (LSP) – designing courses for business, law, medicine or tourism . | 5 |
CAE2205 | Corpus & Discourse Analysis – analysing language data and applying findings to teaching materials . | 5 |
EDT2205 | Educational Technology & Innovation – exploring AI, adaptive learning and immersive technologies in language education. | 5 |
CAP2205 | Capstone Project / Master’s Thesis – completion and defense of the thesis based on independent research. | 15 |
— | Scientific‑Pedagogical Practice & Professional Internship (completion) – final teaching practice. | 5 |
— | Total (year 2) | 30 ECTS + thesis & practice |
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the ELT program will be qualified for a range of roles, including:
• English language instructor in schools, universities or private language centres;
• Curriculum developer and materials writer for educational publishers;
• Language assessment specialist for testing organisations;
• Educational technology specialist, designing digital tools and online courses;
• Program coordinator or academic manager in language institutes;
• Researcher or lecturer in applied linguistics and TESOL at universities;
• Consultant for curriculum reform and teacher professional development;
• Entrepreneur establishing language schools or EdTech start‑ups.
With training in leadership and innovation, graduates may also pursue doctoral studies or senior roles in educational management.
International students' fee
- $3,000 – the annual tuition fee for international students.
- $1,650 – for the Central Asian applicants it is discounted.
Fees
- Tuition fee – 21,000,000 UZS per academic year.
Grants
The program is tuition‑funded; grants or scholarships may be available on a competitive basis. Prospective students should consult the admissions office for current fee schedules and possible financial aid options.