The Department of English takes pride in its MAES programme, which provides a professional education leading to a wide range of opportunities open to English studies specialists. In addition, the programme provides a strong foundation for those wishing to embark on PhD research in many areas of English studies.

Taught by an experienced team of faculty members, the programme is known for its state-of-the-art courses informed by the latest research in various domains of English studies. Students attending the programme have the flexibility to build their own study plan. They have the option of pursuing the stream of Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) or the stream of Literature, Language and Culture (LLC). They can also stay on the General Track by taking courses from both the TESL and the LLC streams.

The TESL stream provides current or future teachers of English with a background in up-to-date methods of teaching English. Incorporating a balanced mix of theory and practice, this stream will qualify students to take up advanced positions in the English Language Teaching sector on completion of the programme or will serve as a useful preparation for higher degree studies. The TESL stream comprises 3 programme core courses, 2 compulsory TESL courses, and 4 electives.

The LLC stream is designed for students with a keen interest in literature and cultural studies in English and for teachers of English who wish to promote English language learning in abroad range of language arts, particularly literature and popular culture. It will help you develop in the area of literary studies and creative writing and provide you with the theoretical and practical tools you need to develop and teach elective courses in these areas. The LLC track comprises 3 programme core courses, 2 compulsory LLC courses, and 4 electives.

The General Track offers a solid foundation in English studies for students without a background in an English-related discipline. It prepares students for language-intensive careers requiring professional communication skills in English, or students for higher-level research degrees. The general track comprises 3 programme core courses and 6 program electives.

Please note that not all elective courses will be offered in each academic year.

For more information about the courses, please visit this site https://www.cityu.edu.hk/catalogue/pg/202425/programme/MAES.htm 

For more information about application procedures, please visit this site
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/taught-postgraduate-programmes