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Teaching English as a Second Language (Grad. Cert.)

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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Teaching English as a Second Language (Grad. Cert.) is a postgraduate certificate in English Language Studies programme taught at McGill University in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered in a hybrid format.

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Degree: Postgraduate Certificate

Field: English Language Studies

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: Hybrid

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) is offered by the Department of Integrated Studies in Education in the Faculty of Education at McGill University. Designed as professional development for in-service teachers and candidates with a background in education, language studies, linguistics, or a related field, the part-time program consists of five courses providing in-depth study of second-language education from multiple perspectives, with a focus on research and its application to teaching. The first three courses are delivered online; the final two are delivered in person during an intensive Summer institute at McGill. The program can be completed within one year and does not lead to teacher certification. The program admits students in the Fall term.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0

Admission Requirements: Applicants need an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and evidence of English-language proficiency. The program is intended as professional development for in-service teachers and candidates with a background in education, language studies, linguistics, or a related field.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About McGill University

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1821

Students: 40,531

QS rank: #30

Programs: 323

Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Teaching English as a Second Language (Grad. Cert.) award?

McGill University awards a Postgraduate Certificate in the field of English Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Teaching English as a Second Language (Grad. Cert.) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can Teaching English as a Second Language (Grad. Cert.) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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