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Master of Arts in

English

Duration: The program is trimestral.

Campus

University of San Jose – Recoletos - Main Campus Corner Pedro Lopez and Magallanes Streets, Barangay Kalubihan, Cebu City, Philippines 6000

Total Units

To earn the title Master of Arts in English (MA English), the student must complete a thesis and 42 academic units.

About this Program

The Master of Arts in English (MA English) is a graduate program designed to build a strong foundation in the theories, principles, and dynamics of language. It equips students with advanced knowledge in linguistics, language structure, and language acquisition while preparing them for doctoral studies and professional advancement in the field of English language education.

The program emphasizes both content mastery and pedagogical competence, focusing on effective methods, approaches, and techniques in teaching English language courses at the tertiary level. It fosters a research-driven culture where students are required to produce high-quality research papers for presentation in seminars, conferences, workshops, and academic fora. Collaborative learning is highly encouraged through lectures, discussions, symposia, debates, demonstrations, and knowledge-sharing activities.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become language educators, curriculum developers, researchers, and academic leaders committed to excellence in English language teaching and scholarship.

Qualification

Bachelor's degree related to the master's degree

Admission Requirements

NEW STUDENTS/TRANSFEREES 

(NON-ALUMNI)

  • Certificate of Transfer Credentials (Honorable Dismissal) from the last school attended 
  • Informative Copy of Transcript of Records (with school seal and date of graduation) 
  • 2×2 colored picture (any background) 
  • PSA Birth Certificate (Marriage Certificate for married female students) 
  • Certificate of Employment (at least 1 year of relevant work experience)
 

CONTINUING STUDENTS/USJ-R GRADUATES 

(USJ-R AS THE LAST SCHOOL ATTENDED)

  • Certificate of Graduation 
  •  2×2 colored picture (any background)
  •  Marriage Certificate for married female students
  • Certificate of Employment (at least 1 year of relevant work experience) 

To apply for admission and enrollment, visit edp.usjr.edu.ph and click Post Graduate.

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