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Bachelors Degree in Applied Linguistics

The objective of this program is to train teachers of English as a second or foreign language. The course of study will focus on linguistics, the instruction of foreign languages, and research. Some courses will be taught Spanish and others in English. The graduates will be leaders in the EFL /ESL teaching field, capable of solving problems and generating alternative strategies in the area of English language teaching. Graduates will be able to successfully integrate technological advances into the field, while also being conscious of the social environment surrounding them as educators.

Field Work and Professional Practice

Graduates will be able to exercise their profession in several areas including:

English language teaching ESL, EFL, bilingual schools; all levels and ages
Teacher Training
Educational Planning and Administration
Design of Teaching Materials
Cultural Promotion
Design and Evaluation of English Teaching Programs
Research in Language Teaching
Academic Consulting
Consulting for Publishing Houses
Translation and Interpretation

International Certification

Graduates will also obtain the TESST Certificate (Teachers of English to Spanish Speakers Test), which evaluates the knowledge, competence and abilities considered essential in teachers of students whose native language is Spanish. This Certificate is endorsed by College Board Latin America and is recognized internationally.

Plan of Study

54 Courses, the majority taught in English
English, Chinese, French or German languages (elective)
Teaching practicum
Social Service Internship
One course of preparation for International Certification or a specialized workshop in translation and interpretation.

Starting dates

During the 2010-2011 academic year, students may begin the program on one of the following dates:

September 6, 2010
January 10, 2011
May 9, 2011
*5 students minimum

Class Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Duration

The program consists of nine consecutive 14-week terms. There is no required exam for graduation; however, students must successfully complete a final research project and either a preparation course for International Certification or a specialized workshop in translation and interpretation.

Class size

A maximum of 25 students per trimester will be accepted.

Tuition

Three options for payment:

4 monthly payments of $4,250.00
2 payments: $8,500.00 upon registration and a second of $7,850.00
One single payment of $15,300.00 upon registration
Individual courses: $2,450.00

Other fees

An anthology of course materials: $700.00 per term, The library includes all the course books and is available to all students. Students may also purchase the books.

Requirements for Admission

A. Mastery of English (if applicable)

The student must provide one of the following:

A minimum score of 600 on the TOEIC exam *
A minimum score of 500 on the TOEFL PBT
A minimum score of 180 on the TOEFL CBT exam
A minimum score of 65 on the TOEFL IBT exam *

* Can be taken at the ATS on specified dates

Those students who do not fulfill the minimum English requirement may choose to register conditionally, with the understanding that they will obtain one of the required scores by the end of the third term.

To assist these students we offer:

A proficiency course of 60 class hours and 60 hours of independent study in the SALC (Self- Access Learning Center) during the month immediately prior to the beginning of the term (fee: $3,850.00).
Regular EFL (Carrera Técnica) courses offered by the ATS during the terms.

B. Interview

The candidate must be interviewed by the Director of the Institute or the Coordinator of the Degree Program.

C. Documentation

The following documents are required:

6 Recent 1?x1? ID pictures (black and white)
Birth Certificate
Junior High School/Secundaria Certificate
High School/Preparatoria/Bachillerato Certificate
Document certifying the candidate´s mastery of English (if applicable)
CURP (personal identification number for Mexico).

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TESST

The Teachers of English to Spanish Speakers Test (TESST) is a unique assessment tool to evaluate the knowledge, competencies and skills considered essential for an effective teacher of the English language to native Spanish speakers. It includes both linguistic abilities and pedagogical skills and takes into account the linguistic transfer and interference between Spanish and English. Designed and validated by ESL/EFL specialists from College Board Latin America, it offers reliable standardized criteria for the professional qualifications of teachers of English to Spanish speakers.

TEST DATES:

SATURDAY, MAY 8

The ATS Language Institute is the only TESST authorized center in Tamaulipas. For more information, please go to the following link.

TOEIC Authorized Test Center

The Language Institute of the American School of Tampico is pleased to inform all the community that we are now an authorized center for giving the TOEIC exam (Test of English for International Communication).

The TOEIC is the exam that is used most all over the world by businesses, universities and governmental agencies in order to obtain an objective measurement of the English level of the persons evaluated.

The TOEIC is a practical exam to asses communication ability in English of people whose native language is not English. The exam results show how well a person is able to communicate in this language. Educational Testing Service (ETS) developed the TOEIC in 1979 and with the years the TOEIC has been adopted all over the world, rapidly becoming the glogal standard in evaluating the use of the English Language.

The TOEIC measures people's ability in two parts, listening and reading comprehension. The results are measured individually so that those who have taken the exam may know in detail their performance in the different sections. The maximum score per section is 495 points. The TOEIC is the exam most used all over the worl by companies, universities and government agencies in order to obtain an objective reading on the level of English of the persons evaluated.

TOEFL iBT


WHAT IS EVERYBODY SPEAKING... LISTENING... READING... WRITING ABOUT?

In 2005, ETS introduced the next generation TOEFL Test. It is a Internet-based test (iBT) that is delivered through secure testing centers around the world. The new TOEFL iBT test was phased in as of September 2005 in the United States. It was introduced in Canada, France, Germany and Italy in October 2005, and it is now being introduced in the rest of the world. The good news is that The American School of Tampico Language Institute is one of the certified Internet-based test centers! Check dates for Mexico by visiting the following website: www.ets.org/toefl/nextgen/timeline.html
Certified Test Center for the TOEFL iBT		What is the TOEFL iBT Test

	The American School of Tampico Language Institute is a Certified Test Center for the TOEFL iBT Center: STN10493A Upcoming Test Dates: Friday, Jun 10, 2011 at 9am www.ets.org/toefl/nextgen Registration (at least 1 week in advance)		The TOEFL Internet-based Test (TOEFL iBT) tests all your language skills that are important for effective communication: speaking, listening, reading and writing. The test helps students demostrate that they have the English skills needed for success. Download: www.ets.org/toefl/nextgen Read the Asked Questions about the TOEFL® iBT or take the TOEFL iBT Tour for more information.

TOEFL iBT Information & Registration Bulletin		Register for TOEFL iBT Test
	You can download the Information and Registration Bulletin for TOEFL iBT (Internet Based Test) for free at: www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEFL/pdf/iBT_Bulletin.pdf TOEFL iBT at a glance About the TOEFL Test Contact information On the Test day Scores & score reports Test locations iBT Regional Registration Centers Institution codes Department codes Native country and region codes Native language codes TOEFL iBT score report request form TOEFL iBT Test administration dates TOEFL iBT registration form. You can also download more related materials at the TOEFL Quality Microsite.		Test takers can register: Online by visiting: www.ets.org/toefl . Important Notice: When registering online, make sure you select either "Altamira Tamaulipas" or "Tamaulipas" when choosing the region for the location you wish to test in. You may also want to learn how to register online by reading the step-by-step tutorial: www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEFL/pdf/4677_TOEFL_Reg_Guide.pdf By phone: 1-609-771-7100 (Outside the US) 1-877-863-3546 (Toll-free within the US) By e-mail: toefl@ets.org The fee is USD $140.00. (Fees subject to change without notice).