MEd in English Language Teaching (One Year) (M Ed in ELT)

MEd in English Language Teaching (One Year) at KUSOED

The MEd in English Language Teaching (One Year) (M Ed in ELT) is a 27-credit master’s program offered through the Department of Language Education at Kathmandu University School of Education (KUSOED). The program runs for one year across two semesters and is intended for applicants who already hold a master’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Its curriculum combines education theory, research methodology, linguistics, English language teaching methods, second language acquisition, teacher development, elective study, internship, and a research project. KUSOED introduced the one-year MEd in ELT in 2003.

Course at a Glance

About the One-Year MEd in ELT

English Language Teaching has been part of KUSOED’s academic work since the School introduced a Postgraduate Diploma in Education in English Language Teaching in 2000. The one-year MEd in ELT followed in 2003, while a two-year MEd program was introduced in 2004. KUSOED later added MPhil in English Language Education in 2013 and PhD in English Language Education in 2020.

The one-year MEd in ELT remains a distinct program within the Department of Language Education. It should not be confused with the two-year Master of Education in English Language Education, which has a different entry route and academic structure.

The Department of Language Education works with language teaching, language teacher education, research, writing and literacy, and language education policy. Its programs now span undergraduate, postgraduate diploma, master’s, MPhil, and doctoral levels.

Eligibility

Eligibility: Applicants must hold a master’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

This entry requirement is important because the one-year program is designed as a separate route from the two-year English Language Education master’s program. A bachelor’s degree alone is not the stated entry qualification for this one-year MEd in ELT.

Duration and Credit Structure

Duration: One year

Academic structure: Two semesters

Total credits: 27 credit hours

The program consists of:

• 6 credits of core education courses

• 12 credits of professional courses

• 3 credits from one elective

• 6 credits of practical study

The practical requirement includes an internship and a research project.

Curriculum

Students also select one three-credit elective from the following options:

• EDEL 500 Academic Reading and Writing

• EDEL 513 Curriculum Design & Materials Development

• EDEL 515 Evaluation and Testing in ELT

• EDEL 531 Classroom Studies and Action Research

• EDEL 532 Literature in the Language Classrooms

• EDEL 334 ICT in English Language Teaching and Learning

• EDEL 540 Independent Study

What Students Study

The curriculum places English language teaching within both educational and linguistic study.

Theory and Practice in Education provides the broader education component, while Research Methodology prepares students for structured academic inquiry. Linguistics for Language Professionals connects language study with professional language education.

English Language Teaching Methods focuses directly on teaching practice. Second Language Acquisition examines the process of learning an additional language, while Teacher Development addresses the professional learning of language teachers.

The elective component allows students to concentrate on one additional area such as academic writing, curriculum and materials, language testing, classroom research, literature, ICT in ELT, or independent study.

Internship and Research

Practical study accounts for six of the program’s 27 credits.

Internship: EDEL 541, 3 credits

Research Project: EDEL 554 Research Project II, 3 credits

The internship places practical engagement alongside academic study, while the research project requires students to undertake research-related work within the program.

This combination reflects the wider KUSOED postgraduate environment, where academic study includes research and links with educational practice. KUSOED uses blended pedagogy for postgraduate programs, combining online and face-to-face learning arrangements.

Admission and Academic Regulations

Admission, entrance, curriculum administration, examinations, results, and degree award follow the rules and regulations of Kathmandu University.

KUSOED organizes master’s admissions by program and intake, so application schedules and selection procedures are tied to the relevant admission cycle. The established academic entry requirement for this program is a master’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

The finalized KUSOED program context identifies 25 seats for the one-year MEd in English Language Teaching.

Academic Focus

The program brings together several areas relevant to English language education:

• English language teaching methods

• Linguistics

• Second language acquisition

• Teacher development

• Educational research

• Curriculum and materials

• Language assessment

• Classroom research

• Academic reading and writing

• ICT in English language teaching

• Internship-based professional study

Students do not take every elective. One elective is selected as part of the 27-credit structure.

Who May Consider This Program?

The one-year MEd in ELT may suit graduates who already hold a master’s degree and want focused postgraduate study in English language teaching and language education.

The program’s academic structure may be relevant to people interested in English teaching, language teacher development, curriculum work, assessment, educational research, or related academic work. Professional opportunities depend on previous qualifications, experience, skills, and the requirements of individual educational institutions or employers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the one-year MEd in ELT at KUSOED?

The program lasts one year and is organized across two semesters.

How many credits does the program carry?

The program carries 27 credit hours.

What is the eligibility requirement?

Applicants need a master’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

When did KUSOED introduce the one-year MEd in ELT?

The one-year MEd in English Language Teaching was introduced in 2003.

Does the program include an internship?

Yes. EDEL 541 Internship is a three-credit practical course.

Does the course include research?

Yes. Students take Research Methodology and complete EDEL 554 Research Project II.

Are electives included?

Yes. Students choose one three-credit elective from the available ELT-related elective courses.

How many seats are allocated to the program?

The finalized KUSOED program context identifies 25 seats for MEd in English Language Teaching (One Year).