International Master of Teaching English

About this programme

The International Master of Teaching English (IMTE) at Saint Mary’s University is designed to prepare global educators with a dual advantage: an accredited Canadian Master's degree paired with internationally recognized professional certifications. Build the expertise, practical classroom experience, and technological mastery required to lead in the rapidly expanding global language learning market. Master of Education teaching English as a second/additional language (TESOL, TESL, EAL and ESL) Saint Mary’s is the only university in Canada offering this integrated pathway. You do not simply earn a graduate degree—you systematically build a portfolio of globally respected credentials while you study. • Cambridge certifications: Complete internationally recognized teaching credentials alongside your core degree coursework. Saint Mary’s University is a Cambridge University Press & Assessment Authorised Teacher Training Centre (CA-355) • Stackable microcredentials: Complete specialized training during the program to tailor your qualifications to specific regional or professional markets. • Pathway to Doctoral studies: Graduate with a rigorous academic foundation that serves as a direct springboard for transition into PhD programs across Canada and worldwide. • Extensive professional development: IMTE includes membership in TESL Nova Scotia , TESL Canada and opportunities for professional development through TESOL International Association and the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language ( IATEFL ).