Study the function and structure of language, and how it is concerned with communication as a general aspect of human knowledge and behavior and turn it into a career teaching English to others.
The UB Teach ESOL education program is an accelerated, combined degree program where you can earn a linguistics BA and an ESOL EdM in five years. It provides content expertise in linguistics and prepares you to teach English to speakers of other languages from PreK to 12. You'll study in both the Linguistics Department and the Department of Learning and Instruction.
Academic credential granted | Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Master of Education (EdM) |
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Certification option | Successful completion of program leads to an institutional recommendation for New York State initial and professional certification in ESOL |
Grade levels | PreK to 12 |
Credits required for completion | 144 |
Time to completion | 5 years |
Course delivery | On campus, some online coursework |
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Application deadline | Early action: Nov. 15 Scholarship consideration: Dec. 8 Regular decision: Feb. 1 Students can continue to submit an application for fall consideration until capacity is reached. |
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This is a sample course schedule. These courses are subject to change. As a student in the UB Teach program, you must work closely with your advisor before registering for classes.
One 300/400-Level Course in Culture and Meaning
One 300/400-Level Course in the Structure of Language
Linguistics Electives
Select seven additional electives from the list below. At least four elective courses (12 credits) must be 300/400 level. LIN 496 Internship may only count once for 3 credits.
You will not apply separately to graduate study; instead, there are a series of progression points that you must meet.
Advancement to the graduate portion of the program requires that you: