Now working at East China Normal University Affiliated Shunde Midea School

ELLS (TESOL Concentration)

The years at UIC enhanced my English ability and equipped me with professional teaching skills, which benefit me to start my teaching path confidently. The major courses enabled me to have a comprehensive understanding of linguistics, language teaching methodologies and relevant educational theories. At the same time, the practicum provided me with the opportunity to apply the learned theory to real teaching situations. That practical teaching experience further developed my teaching skills and also made me more determined to become a teacher. What’s more, the presentations, group projects and classroom interaction at the UIC study helped me to become more confident and be able to face sudden episodes more calmly.

MA inLanguage and intercultural communication-The University of Edinburgh

ELLS (EPC concentration)

Looking back on my four years of study, I would like to say “Sic Parvis Magna”. Be sure not to ignore the details in your studies, it is a sure way to achieve great things. Equally important, be bold. If you are brave enough to try, you will definitely gain something in your UIC career. At last, I wish all future students “Inter Pares Insignis”, being your own unique self and write academic brilliance!

MA in International Language Education （TESL）- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

ELLS (EPC concentration)

Studying in ELLS was like a pleasant and memorable exploration. I entered the academic field with full curiosity as a freshman，broadened my mind toward the goal of becoming a “Whole Person” as a sophomore，tried my best to practice what I learned as a junior，and received fruitful achievements while keeping improving myself as a senior. Various certificates and awards cannot fully summarize my four years endeavour. All the professors and schoolmates in ELLS have become my loveliest friends. Staying humble，being brave and creative，are my secrets to living a wonderful life at UIC. Go ahead and try your best. Always start your exploration by yourself.

MA Appiled Linguistics in Ohio University (with full scholarship)

TESL

Time went by so slowly when I was a freshman, and then, as a senior, it goes by in the blink of an eye. Life in Phoenix Mountain is extremely monotonous, while these are the most fulfilling days I have ever had. The systematic knowledge taught on major courses in the TESL program allows me to calmly solve problems related to teaching; both mock and real teaching experiences make me could confidently stand on the platform to deal with all kinds of emergencies that happened in the classroom; what professors and instructors have done and taught also influence the way I think about and look at the world as the whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows. Majoring in TESL also gave me the opportunity to reach out to a wider stage. In the fall of 2017, I was so lucky to get the chance to study as an exchange student at Swansea University in Wales, UK. The four-month exchange life has broadened my horizons and improved my English communication skills. At the same time, I also realized that the advantages of the education system in UIC and the internationalization of the curriculum in the TESL programme, which enabled us to quickly adapt to a whole new study environment. Being a student at UIC has laid a solid foundation for us to pursue further education in western countries. You may leave school, but it never leaves you. UIC and TESL make me a better person, and I will continue to pass on the concept of whole-person education to my future students.

MA Teaching English as a Second Language-University College London

TESL

Four years' undergraduate study in UIC is unforgettable and meaningful. The English immersion education, whole-person education concept, excellent domestic and foreign faculties, massive learning resources, colourful community life and hall culture, and various overseas exchange programs have benefited me a lot. The choice of choosing TESL as my major adds a new colour to my college life. I will never forget the academic knowledge and learning skills that TESL teachers have taught me, nor the other knowledge I have gained here. Participating in the TESL Academic Society has cultivated my organization and coordination ability. The Practicum in the local schools and mock teaching lessons taught me how to put theory into practice, tested my learning outcomes and reinforced my teaching skills. Additionally, TESL Angel and Student Tutor projects provided me with the opportunity to use what I have learned to communicate with teachers, teaching assistants and freshmen, which improved my communication and social skills. I am grateful for everything and everyone in TESL major and in UIC, which makes my university life rich and meaningful, and cultivates me to be an independent person with team spirit and critical thinking ability. Now I am overseas, and thanks to my four years’ study in UIC TESL so that I could adapt myself well in a foreign teaching environment. I sincerely hope that UIC can do better and cultivate more international talents.

MA in Educational Assessment-University College London

TESL

Time goes by too fast. When I think of my four years in UIC, I still think it's too short. I miss the teachers and students who grew up with me in UIC! Fortunately, I chose the TESL major when I entered the school, and in the process of learning, I firmly established my employment direction. Four years of using English as the only medium of instruction, professional and excellent teachers, rich learning resources and activities, and close curriculum design and teaching arrangements have benefited me all my life. My time management ability, teamwork ability and independent thinking ability have been improved in the atmosphere of continuous pursuit of excellence, which has laid a good foundation for further study in the UK after graduation. Now that I have returned from studying abroad, with my past study and internship experience, I have successfully entered the education industry I love. I would like to take this opportunity to thank my teachers and UIC once again!

MA in Comparative Literature-University College London

CELL

One of the most precious memories in my life is the four-year study at UIC. I chose English literature study as my major, which I have passion for since I was little. Under the instruction of professional lecturers, I received a larger exposure to western literature. My favourite courses are “Modern drama” and “Introduction to Literature”. The former course helped me build a solid base for my later performance in UCL, and the latter course provided me with essential professional literacy to study literature. In UIC, I learned to be a patient researcher and a progressive person. Meanwhile, the immersive English teaching system favoured me a lot for my postgraduate study at UCL. During the seminars in my postgraduate study, I could share my understanding of literature with others actively and then present confidently. Also, I completed my dissertation with critical thinking and professional research skills. I have to say thank you to UIC’s multicultural environment and rigorous academic atmosphere. I wish UIC to have a brighter future.

MA in Literature and Culture-University of Hong Kong

CELL

My four-year study at UIC has given me new knowledge and the most precious independent thinking ability. General education and holistic education broaden my horizons, inspire my soul, and enable me to touch many previously unknown fields and appreciate their charm; It's most exciting to communicate with the patient teachers of CELL major and the friendly students. In the following year, when I was studying at the University of Hong Kong, I was lucky to have the habit of independent exploration and critical thinking. UIC is a perfect starting point to know yourself and the world. You just need to start with enthusiasm

MA in Sociology of Education-The University of Hong Kong

ELLS (TESOL concentration)

It’s an unforgettable memory for me to be in UIC for these four years. I still feel lucky to choose TESOL. The four-year study at UIC helped me build a more comprehensive understanding of linguistic, education-related theory and teaching methods. As a senior student, I got the chance to be an intern in primary and secondary school where I can apply theory in reality. Also, with feedback from lecturers, I had deeper thinking of education. Apart from this, I got more information from learners of different age levels and culture groups while teaching non-Chinese people Chines in the TESOL Angel program set up by ELLS. Although I am studying at Hong Kong University now, I always think about my friends and teachers in UIC because their passion and persistence toward the academy have affected me and help me make a progress.

MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - The University of Edinburgh

ELLS (TESOL concentration)

It’s really a precious and fortunate experience for me to study for four years in ELLS (TESOL). At here, I can not only learn the professional knowledge of English teaching and linguistics systematically but also have many opportunities for me to apply what I learnt to practical use. During the class, we can understand how to teach students with different backgrounds by using targeted teaching methods through mock teaching. Besides, our major also provides us opportunities to do a practicum in the primary schools and junior schools in Zhuhai, which let us get along with the real students and accumulate practical teaching experiences. My life in ELLS (TESOL) is really delightful for me. I believe that if I really become a teacher in the future, what I learnt in TESOL will still benefit me a lot.

MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages-The University of Hong Kong

ELLS (TESOL concentration)

When I was going to choose my concentration in ELLS, I chose TESL without any hesitation due to my interest in education and linguistics. The fact has proved that my choice is totally correct. During the four years of study in TESL, I have learnt a lot not only about how to study but also about how to be a responsible teacher. Learning in TESL has a very important impact on my educational career. Every mock teaching is of great significance to me. In addition, I am also very grateful for the hard work of the professors who are really like parents to us providing us with great patience and a tremendous help. Every professor and assistant teacher is selfless, friendly and helpful. At the same time, I am also happy to meet all my classmates in TESL. We learned and made progress together in these four years. It has become a very important part of my life to have the honour to study in ELLS and it always will be. Thank you, TESL and ELLS.

Now working at East China Normal University Affiliated Shunde Midea School

ELLS (TESOL Concentration)

The years at UIC enhanced my English ability and equipped me with professional teaching skills, which benefit me to start my teaching path confidently. The major courses enabled me to have a comprehensive understanding of linguistics, language teaching methodologies and relevant educational theories. At the same time, the practicum provided me with the opportunity to apply the learned theory to real teaching situations. That practical teaching experience further developed my teaching skills and also made me more determined to become a teacher. What’s more, the presentations, group projects and classroom interaction at the UIC study helped me to become more confident and be able to face sudden episodes more calmly.

MA inLanguage and intercultural communication-The University of Edinburgh

ELLS (EPC concentration)

Looking back on my four years of study, I would like to say “Sic Parvis Magna”. Be sure not to ignore the details in your studies, it is a sure way to achieve great things. Equally important, be bold. If you are brave enough to try, you will definitely gain something in your UIC career. At last, I wish all future students “Inter Pares Insignis”, being your own unique self and write academic brilliance!

MA in International Language Education （TESL）- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

ELLS (EPC concentration)

Studying in ELLS was like a pleasant and memorable exploration. I entered the academic field with full curiosity as a freshman，broadened my mind toward the goal of becoming a “Whole Person” as a sophomore，tried my best to practice what I learned as a junior，and received fruitful achievements while keeping improving myself as a senior. Various certificates and awards cannot fully summarize my four years endeavour. All the professors and schoolmates in ELLS have become my loveliest friends. Staying humble，being brave and creative，are my secrets to living a wonderful life at UIC. Go ahead and try your best. Always start your exploration by yourself.

MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - The University of Edinburgh

ELLS (TESOL concentration)

It’s really a precious and fortunate experience for me to study for four years in ELLS (TESOL). At here, I can not only learn the professional knowledge of English teaching and linguistics systematically but also have many opportunities for me to apply what I learnt to practical use. During the class, we can understand how to teach students with different backgrounds by using targeted teaching methods through mock teaching. Besides, our major also provides us opportunities to do a practicum in the primary schools and junior schools in Zhuhai, which let us get along with the real students and accumulate practical teaching experiences. My life in ELLS (TESOL) is really delightful for me. I believe that if I really become a teacher in the future, what I learnt in TESOL will still benefit me a lot.

MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages-The University of Hong Kong

ELLS (TESOL concentration)

When I was going to choose my concentration in ELLS, I chose TESL without any hesitation due to my interest in education and linguistics. The fact has proved that my choice is totally correct. During the four years of study in TESL, I have learnt a lot not only about how to study but also about how to be a responsible teacher. Learning in TESL has a very important impact on my educational career. Every mock teaching is of great significance to me. In addition, I am also very grateful for the hard work of the professors who are really like parents to us providing us with great patience and a tremendous help. Every professor and assistant teacher is selfless, friendly and helpful. At the same time, I am also happy to meet all my classmates in TESL. We learned and made progress together in these four years. It has become a very important part of my life to have the honour to study in ELLS and it always will be. Thank you, TESL and ELLS.

MA in Sociology of Education-The University of Hong Kong

ELLS (TESOL concentration)

It’s an unforgettable memory for me to be in UIC for these four years. I still feel lucky to choose TESOL. The four-year study at UIC helped me build a more comprehensive understanding of linguistic, education-related theory and teaching methods. As a senior student, I got the chance to be an intern in primary and secondary school where I can apply theory in reality. Also, with feedback from lecturers, I had deeper thinking of education. Apart from this, I got more information from learners of different age levels and culture groups while teaching non-Chinese people Chines in the TESOL Angel program set up by ELLS. Although I am studying at Hong Kong University now, I always think about my friends and teachers in UIC because their passion and persistence toward the academy have affected me and help me make a progress.

MA Appiled Linguistics in Ohio University (with full scholarship)

TESL

Time went by so slowly when I was a freshman, and then, as a senior, it goes by in the blink of an eye. Life in Phoenix Mountain is extremely monotonous, while these are the most fulfilling days I have ever had. The systematic knowledge taught on major courses in the TESL program allows me to calmly solve problems related to teaching; both mock and real teaching experiences make me could confidently stand on the platform to deal with all kinds of emergencies that happened in the classroom; what professors and instructors have done and taught also influence the way I think about and look at the world as the whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows. Majoring in TESL also gave me the opportunity to reach out to a wider stage. In the fall of 2017, I was so lucky to get the chance to study as an exchange student at Swansea University in Wales, UK. The four-month exchange life has broadened my horizons and improved my English communication skills. At the same time, I also realized that the advantages of the education system in UIC and the internationalization of the curriculum in the TESL programme, which enabled us to quickly adapt to a whole new study environment. Being a student at UIC has laid a solid foundation for us to pursue further education in western countries. You may leave school, but it never leaves you. UIC and TESL make me a better person, and I will continue to pass on the concept of whole-person education to my future students.

MA in Educational Assessment-University College London

TESL

Time goes by too fast. When I think of my four years in UIC, I still think it's too short. I miss the teachers and students who grew up with me in UIC! Fortunately, I chose the TESL major when I entered the school, and in the process of learning, I firmly established my employment direction. Four years of using English as the only medium of instruction, professional and excellent teachers, rich learning resources and activities, and close curriculum design and teaching arrangements have benefited me all my life. My time management ability, teamwork ability and independent thinking ability have been improved in the atmosphere of continuous pursuit of excellence, which has laid a good foundation for further study in the UK after graduation. Now that I have returned from studying abroad, with my past study and internship experience, I have successfully entered the education industry I love. I would like to take this opportunity to thank my teachers and UIC once again!

MA in Comparative Literature-University College London

CELL

One of the most precious memories in my life is the four-year study at UIC. I chose English literature study as my major, which I have passion for since I was little. Under the instruction of professional lecturers, I received a larger exposure to western literature. My favourite courses are “Modern drama” and “Introduction to Literature”. The former course helped me build a solid base for my later performance in UCL, and the latter course provided me with essential professional literacy to study literature. In UIC, I learned to be a patient researcher and a progressive person. Meanwhile, the immersive English teaching system favoured me a lot for my postgraduate study at UCL. During the seminars in my postgraduate study, I could share my understanding of literature with others actively and then present confidently. Also, I completed my dissertation with critical thinking and professional research skills. I have to say thank you to UIC’s multicultural environment and rigorous academic atmosphere. I wish UIC to have a brighter future.

MA in Literature and Culture-University of Hong Kong

CELL

My four-year study at UIC has given me new knowledge and the most precious independent thinking ability. General education and holistic education broaden my horizons, inspire my soul, and enable me to touch many previously unknown fields and appreciate their charm; It's most exciting to communicate with the patient teachers of CELL major and the friendly students. In the following year, when I was studying at the University of Hong Kong, I was lucky to have the habit of independent exploration and critical thinking. UIC is a perfect starting point to know yourself and the world. You just need to start with enthusiasm

MA Teaching English as a Second Language-University College London

TESL

Four years' undergraduate study in UIC is unforgettable and meaningful. The English immersion education, whole-person education concept, excellent domestic and foreign faculties, massive learning resources, colourful community life and hall culture, and various overseas exchange programs have benefited me a lot. The choice of choosing TESL as my major adds a new colour to my college life. I will never forget the academic knowledge and learning skills that TESL teachers have taught me, nor the other knowledge I have gained here. Participating in the TESL Academic Society has cultivated my organization and coordination ability. The Practicum in the local schools and mock teaching lessons taught me how to put theory into practice, tested my learning outcomes and reinforced my teaching skills. Additionally, TESL Angel and Student Tutor projects provided me with the opportunity to use what I have learned to communicate with teachers, teaching assistants and freshmen, which improved my communication and social skills. I am grateful for everything and everyone in TESL major and in UIC, which makes my university life rich and meaningful, and cultivates me to be an independent person with team spirit and critical thinking ability. Now I am overseas, and thanks to my four years’ study in UIC TESL so that I could adapt myself well in a foreign teaching environment. I sincerely hope that UIC can do better and cultivate more international talents.