1. Graduate

Ph.D. Minor in Teaching English as a Second Language

The English Applied Linguistics program offers courses in the fields of Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language and Applied Linguistics. The EAL program supports a 3 course (9 credit hour) Ph.D. Minor in Teaching English as a Second Language to Ph.D. students in any field, but especially English (Literature), RCTE, Linguistics, Education, or Foreign Languages. 

Recommended Courses

The minor can be customized as desired, but two sequences are recommended:

Sequence 1: General TESL 

This minor is appropriate for students who seek a survey of the field of TESL, with a balance of theory and practical training. 

  • English 555: Methods of TESOL 
  • English 506: Linguistics and Grammar for TESOL 
  • English 620: TESOL and Culture 

Sequence 2: Second Language Writing 

This minor is appropriate for students who seek a specialization in the theory and practice of teaching advanced and academic writing to users of English as an additional language. 

  • English 555: Methods of TESOL 
  • English 613: TESOL Materials and Curriculum Development and Assessment 
  • English 580: Second Language Writing 

Certificate Program

With the completion of two courses in addition to either of the above sequences, students may also earn a Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language. For more information, contact the Program Director Dr. Hayriye Kayi-Aydar at hkaydar@email.arizona.edu.