MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Master

In Ormskirk

£ 4,860 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Ormskirk

  • Duration

    1 Year

TESOL is an acronym for both the study and practice of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. TESOL embraces many different aspects of language teaching and learning to include EAL (English as an Additional Language), ESL (English as a Second Language), EFL (English as a Foreign Language) and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages).

The MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a UK-based academic Masters degree that is designed to develop existing professional skills. The programme will engage you in the critical analysis of contemporary discussion and debate surrounding the teaching of languages in both foreign and second language contexts around the world. It is not an English language or teacher training course.

If you are passionate about teaching English to speakers of other languages and want to deepen your knowledge, understanding and practical skills in language learning and education, then this is the programme for you.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Ormskirk (Lancashire)
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St Helens Road, L39 4QP

Start date

On request

About this course

You will graduate ready to contribute academically and professionally to the rapidly changing world of international English language education.

The range of professional skills developed through the programme will ensure you are well placed to find employment all over the world, as a teacher, trainer, lecturer, instructor, administrator or director of study within language schools, colleges of further education, universities or organisations such as the British Council. Alternatively, you may wish to consider embarking on MPhil or doctoral research.

To join this programme, you should have an undergraduate degree (normally a 2:2 or above, or equivalent) in a field related to Language, English or Education and a minimum of two years of relevant TESOL experience. If you have less than two years teaching experience, you will be considered if you have an outstanding academic record in a relevant field and can demonstrate insight into language learning and teaching.

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Subjects

  • English
  • Teaching
  • Teaching English
  • Speaker of Other Languages
  • Second Language Education
  • TESOL
  • Material Development
  • Educational Management
  • International Education
  • Intercultural communication
  • Policy developments
  • Phonology
  • Dyspraxia

Course programme

MTE4000 Theories of Second Language Education (30 credits)

MTE4001 Practical Knowledge of TESOL (30 credits)

MTE4002 TESOL Syllabus and Material Development (30 credits)

MTE4007 Researching TESOL (60 credits)

You will select one of the following modules:

MTE4003 Educational Management of TESOL (30 credits)

MTE4004 TESOL and International Education (30 credits)

MTE4005 TESOL and Learners with Specific Learning Difficulties (30 credits)

MTE4006 TESOL and Young Learners (30 credits)

Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.

Additional information

£12,500 for international students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2017/18. Tuition fees for part-time study on this MA are £27 per credit for UK and EU students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2017/18, i.e. £540 per 20 credit module.

How will I be assessed?

Summative assessment is based mainly on a portfolio-building approach. You will also be engaged in writing reflective accounts, projects, essays and an extended research study based on your personal professional interests. You will be given clear assessment criteria and constructive feedback for each piece of work. Formative assessment opportunities are also embedded in each module, where you will receive individual feedback on in-session tasks and selected drafts of your work.

Who will be teaching me?

The programme is delivered by experienced and well-qualified staff, the majority of whom will have worked in TESOL-related environments. Other tutors will bring TESOL-relevant experience from other education institutions. Many tutors are currently studying for, or have already gained, a PhD and possess strong research profiles, with experience presenting at many conferences nationally and internationally.

Course Length:1 Year Full-Time, 2 Years Part-Time

MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

£ 4,860 + VAT