The MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) provides your first step towards a rewarding career in English language teaching. It is an exciting opportunity to enter the field of TESOL with no teaching experience.
Why study with us
- You’ll be taught by members of our friendly TESOL team who have a wealth of expertise and experience.
- Gain a globally recognised qualification, the Trinity Cert TESOL at no extra cost.
- Our assessments include a mix of written and oral work which will enable you to develop key professional skills as a teacher of English.
What you'll do
- You’ll study modules that will help you to develop a strong foundation of pedagogical and theoretical knowledge of TESOL.
- You’ll have opportunities to observe and assist experienced teachers of English.
- You’ll have the chance to take part in employability events which will help you map out the career path you want to take in TESOL.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
I really enjoyed the MA TESOL course. I feel that I am now able to connect theory with practice and have a good all-round knowledge of my subject area. The lecturers went out of their way to make students feel welcome, and there was a very good level of support.
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Academic expertise
Future careers
The demand for well-qualified English language teaching professionals is increasing. An MA TESOL degree can lead you to career opportunities around the world.
Entry requirements
- Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in related subject
- Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme and if they have experience
- A detailed admissions procedure will be forwarded on application
- IELTS: Score of at least 6.5 with 6.0 in writing or equivalent
Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
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If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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We offer student athletes support and opportunities for their playing careers whilst they study a high-quality degree.
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UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
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This course is delivered by the School of Psychology and Humanities
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