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james_baldrey · Joined: 26 Nov 2004 Posts: 31

Having completed two years teaching in Thailand and then my CELTA in the UK i am now working for a Korean university for the next year. When my contract finishes, i have myheart set on doing an MA in TESOL somewhere in Thailand. I have done some research, and the only place i can find is Payap Uni in Chiang Mai. It seems like a good price at 4200 USD, but was wondering if any other universities had the course.

Also has anyone done the course? Is it possible to work part time to pay the bills, or is it flat out studying? Also i have a masters in International management, so am i wasting my time? I really want to do it to be the best possible teacher i can and to be able to apply for the top jobs and DOS jobs around the world. It would be nice to be able to say i actually was somewhat qualified too! Any advice would be most welcome!

tedkarma · Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 10:24 am Post subject:

I believe that Burapa University in BKK also has an MA TEFL or MA TESOL program (in English). They used to have a program in conjunction with TEFL International - you might check with them on it. You may be able to apply your CELTA towards part of the program - as TEFL Int'ls cert was supposed to give some credit towards the final degree. (though - in the final analysis - that may distract from the credibility of the program)

You might check with employers in the Middle East if they would consider the degrees to be valid for their puposes. That would tell you if they meet the more stringent requirements around the world. When I worked in Saudi - they were very careful and checked everything.

Good luck - and I think we all applaud your desire to go for the best.