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Study Details: 1 year full-time
2 or 3 years part-time
Learn how to teach English as a global language with this MA TESOL (with Professional Experience) degree. You'll explore core teaching methodologies, language acquisition theories, and practical techniques for delivering effective English language instruction across diverse learning environments.
Alongside academic study, you’ll complete a professional placement, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a real-world teaching or educational setting. This unique combination equips you with the skills, confidence and workplace insight needed to succeed as an English language teacher in both local and international contexts.
With English continuing to serve as a global lingua franca, your expertise will be in demand across schools, universities, businesses and language institutions worldwide. Whether you're just starting out or seeking to advance your career, this course offers a strong foundation in both theory and practice.
A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.
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With this TESOL Master's degree, you'll become prepared to inspire students worldwide and find yourself ready for career opportunities both locally and internationally. As English continues to grow as the world's lingua franca, your specialised training will be highly valued by schools, universities, businesses and organisations in need of qualified English instructors.
Core modules:
Introduction to Teaching Vocabulary, Reading and Speaking - 30 credits
Introduction to Teaching Grammar, Writing and Listening - 30 credits
Optional modules:
Second Language Acquisition - 30 credits
Psychology of Language Learning and Teaching - 30 credits
World Englishes - 30 credits
Analysing, Evaluating and Writing Materials - 30 credits
Corpus Linguistics - 30 credits
Theory and Practice of TESOL - 30 credits
Dissertation/Major Project - 60 credits
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