Studying education and teaching abroad: programmes, TESOL and careers
For those who want to study education, pedagogy and English language teaching (TESOL) abroad: programme types, choosing a country, admission requirements and careers.
Short answer: Master's programmes in Education abroad are popular with teachers, school leaders and those who want to work in education. TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages), educational leadership and educational technology programmes in particular are directly useful for careers in Azerbaijan.
Programme types
- TESOL / English language teaching.
- Educational leadership and management.
- Educational technology and digital learning.
- Special and inclusive education.
- Early childhood education.
- Education policy and international education.
Choosing a country
- UK: 1-year education and TESOL master's.
- Finland: a world-renowned education model. See: studying in Finland.
- The Netherlands and Scandinavia: educational sciences and research.
- USA and Canada: large education faculties.
Admission requirements
- A bachelor's degree for a master's (some programmes require teaching experience).
- A high level of English, especially for TESOL programmes.
- Motivation letter: your experience and goals in education.
- Recommendation letters.
Teaching licence
To work as a teacher in public schools abroad you need that country's teaching licence. A master's degree does not automatically give a licence.
Careers
Teaching in schools and universities, leadership in education centres, curriculum development, educational technology companies and education projects of international organisations are the main paths.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between TESOL and CELTA?
CELTA is a short practical certificate, while a TESOL master's is an academic degree. Choose based on your career goal.
Are there scholarships for an education master's?
Chevening, Erasmus Mundus and some university scholarships also cover education.
Note: admission requirements and licensing rules vary by country. Check official information before applying.
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