• All classes meet for four hours one day a week in nine-week terms.

• To complete this one-year master’s degree, students will take two courses per nine-week term and also complete a practicum experience during the second half of their program

• Schedules are set up where students take courses in one of four different schedule options (please note that all three options may not be available for every intake of students):

  • Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 AM – 1 PM

  • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 AM – 1 PM

  • Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 PM – 9 PM

  • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 PM – 9 PM

• The schedule for the 2020–2021 academic year is below (future schedules will be posted online with the International Campuses Academic Calendars):

  • Fall 1: August 17 – October 16, 2020

  • Fall 2: October 19 – December 18, 2020

  • Spring 1: January 4 – March 5, 2021

  • Spring 2: March 15 – May 14, 2021

  • Summer: May 24 – July 23, 2021

Here are a few testimonials from our first set of MA in TESOL graduates from the initial 2018-2019 cohort.

Students in the TESOL program in Uzbekistan will take the following courses:

• TESL 5750 Special Institute: English for Academic Purposes

• TESL 5030 Linguistics for Language Learning and Teaching

• TESL 5230 Theories of Second and Foreign Language Acquisition

• TESL 5319 Instructional Methods for Language Classrooms

• TESL 5220 Lesson Planning and Curriculum Development for Language Classrooms

• TESL 5311 Language Assessment

• TESL 5350 Sociolinguistics

• TESL 5710 Teaching English Grammar

• TESL 5730 Materials Development for Language Classrooms

• TESL 5750 Special Institute: English for Specific Purposes

• TESL 5040 Practicum in ESOL (note that the practicum experience will be an experience of 16 weeks or longer)

All students, faculty, and staff for the TESOL program in Uzbekistan are held to the same expectations as other Webster University students at any of our global locations. A highlight of university and program policies are available on the Policies Page and you may find quick links to some of Webster University documents and policies here:

• The Graduate Catalog

• Statement of Ethics

• Non-Discrimination Policy

• Student Code of Conduct and Procedures

• Understanding Plagiarism

Where is this degree recognized?

This is a U.S. master's degree, which will be recognized anywhere in the world that accepts an MA in TESOL. Graduates of this program will receive the same transcript and diploma that students in the United States receive. Students who successfully complete and pass all eleven courses will receive a Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language and a TEFL Certificate.

How long will the program take?

This program is designed to be completed in eleven months (just under one year). Classes are scheduled in five eight-week terms (see the schedule above). The practicum experience (see below) will take place over a longer period during the second half of the program. Students will be in two classes per nine-week term and meet two times a week, with each class session lasting four hours. This schedule is designed to work around job schedules and family time.

Will I need to complete a thesis?

The Ministry of Higher and Secondary Specialized Education has authorized this special one-year master's program, which does not require a thesis. There is a practicum experience at the end of the program, which will involve observing experienced English teachers, teaching lessons, and being observed. Please see the Practicum Handbook for Uzbekistan (also linked above).

Can I complete part of my program in the United States?

At present, this is not an option. Graduates of master's programs from Webster University may seek to complete an additional degree at one of our other locations. See the list of graduate program offerings.

May I take different courses than the ones listed?

This program has been designed specifically to be completed in one year at a reduced tuition rate. As a result, students will need to take the courses as prescribed for this special program.

What is a practicum?

As part of the MA in TESOL, students will complete a practicum experience. For students that are not currently teaching, they will be set up to observe English classes, assist in teaching short lessons, and receiving feedback on their instruction. Students may be able to use their own classroom if they are already teaching English. Students will submit a portfolio of original lesson plans at the end of the practicum experience and receive feedback from one of their professors.

How much does the program cost?

For the current 2020-2021 cohort of students the cost of the program is $4200 U.S. dollars, which may be paid in two installments (one before classes begin and the second at the beginning of the second semester). Please note that this tuition is only for the MA in TESOL in Uzbekistan and that this amount may go up in future years.

Will I have opportunities to interact with students and faculty from other countries?

As the program continues, we expect to see more students from outside Uzbekistan apply. In our first cohort year we have one American student taking classes along with students in Tashkent. During the first semester, Webster University sent a TESOL faculty member to teach in the program. Webster faculty and staff from the United States will periodically visit. Visits have included Chancellor Beth Stroble, President Julian Schuster, Vice President John Pyle, Associate Dean DJ Kaiser, and many other Webster faculty and staff.

What if I have trouble while completing my degree?

Webster University has many support services to help students succeed. This includes access to our Online Writing Center. More resources are included on the TESOL Program webpage for student resources. You may also reach out to your instructors for assistance. Please recognize that not all assistance is immediate. Please allow Webster staff and faculty a reasonable amount of time to respond and please refrain from calling faculty or staff at home (especially after hours). We are all here to help students succeed.

What if I am not happy with a grade that I received in a class?

Webster University seeks to maintain high academic expectations while helping students succeed. Webster faculty are held to fair grading policy standards, which include program-wide rubrics on course-end key assessments, reducing points or giving failing grades in cases of plagiarism, and assigning lower grades to work that does not meet course or program expectations. If you do not understand why you received a particular grade please contact your instructor first. Please be respectful of faculty members and staff when requesting clarification or expressing disagreement. Webster University has a grade appeal process also should that be needed. The current campus director for our Uzbekistan programs is Dr. Vasilius Polymenis.

Where can I find additional information about MA TESOL program on social media?

Additional information can be found in our telegram bot <@websterhelp_bot>.

I am a student but I am having trouble with accessing some of the technology platforms. Who can help me?

First of all, please see the help videos from Academic Advising. If you continue to run into issues with technology, please contact the Webster University IT Service Desk.