FAQs
1. What is the difference between the TESOL Graduate School, General Graduate School, and Education Graduate School Master’s programs?
The General Graduate School program of the English Education department focuses more on cultivating research capabilities, while the TESOL program has more of a practical focus on teaching skills.
The Graduate School of Education is a special-purpose program for students of South Korea nationalities to acquire the national teacher's certificate for secondary schools. The Graduate School degree programs are open to international students of all nationalities to become global professionals in applied linguistics and English education.
2. Are there scholarships for international students?
Yes, there are full and many partial scholarship options that are offered through the English Education department, as well as the Office of International Affairs (ISAT).
3. Can I enter the English Education Master’s program if my undergraduate degree was in a different subject?
Yes. It is possible to join the program despite having a different or unrelated undergraduate degree. However, depending on prior knowledge and experience, up to 15 additional undergraduate credits (보충학점) may be assigned to help gain a solid knowledge base.
4. Do I need to know Korean if I am an English Education major in the General Graduate School?
No. There are many English classes available (link for English courses), and it is technically possible to graduate without taking courses in Korean. However, as a graduation requirement, all students must pass either the TOPIK (Korean test) at level 5 OR the TOEIC (English test). See the requirements.
5. Do all master’s level students write a thesis?
No. The General Graduate School’s English Education program offers an alternative track to writing a master’s thesis. If you publish in a KCI-candidate or KCI-accredited academic journal as a principal/corresponding author, the publication can substitute your master’s thesis (once reviewed by the department’s committee).
6. What are the pros and cons of doing the joint Master’s and Ph.D. program?
The pros are that you can earn two degrees within a shorter time frame, and you only need to conduct a single graduation dissertation instead of writing two (MA thesis + Ph.D. dissertation). The cons are that it takes longer than completing a master’s program alone and thus, requires commitment. If you are admitted to the joint program, but later decide that you do not want to pursue your Ph.D. degree, you may opt only for your master’s degree.
7. Is it possible to work and get a Master’s degree in English Education at the same time?
Yes. It is possible to have a part-time or even full-time job while studying for this degree. Note, however, that classes occur during the daytime which may cause a scheduling conflict.
8. If I get a Master’s degree in English Education from Ewha Woman’s University, will it be useful in other countries? What kind of jobs could I be eligible for?
Yes, of course. General Graduate School English Education graduates have gone abroad to continue their Ph.D. studies or to teach in university settings as instructors and professors. Many of our graduates have also published their work in prestigious Korean and international journals.
After receiving master's and doctoral degrees, students can choose from a wide range of career options. Some of these options include educator, researcher, curriculum/program specialist, professor, and specialist, all in the field of English Education.