Overview

The MA in Applied Linguistics for TEFL provides postgraduate-level training for students who wish to learn about the about the theoretical, practical, and teaching aspects of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), as well as providing competence and critical understanding of a wide range of aspects of the English language and English linguistics (sociolinguistic aspects of English, the grammar, sound system and semantics of English, the history of English, 1st and 2nd language acquisition, psycholinguistics as well as issues pertaining to English as an international language and bilingualism).

This programme is specifically aimed at students seeking careers in multilingual and international contexts – where an awareness of and ability to deploy different genres of English communicational strategies is of the utmost importance.

Career

The Applied Linguistics for TEFL course at Bangor University is suitable for those who wish to teach English as a foreign language for various professional purposes across the globe.

In addition to gaining class-room experience you will also have the opportunity to develop strong research and analytical skills as well as the ability adopt/use different strategies for communication and presentation in English in a range of multilingual and international contexts.

Although this is not a formal teaching qualification, it gives students who wish to go on to teach English to non-native speakers the theoretical and linguistics background they need as well as offering practical, classroom experience.

Opportunities exist to teach in countries all over the world, e.g. in universities, colleges or private language schools. After successful completion of the MA in Applied Linguistics for TEFL, you may decide to pursue an academic career and apply for a PhD.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

EFL Theory

Teaching EFL

Second Language Acquisition and Language Teaching

Linguistics Research Methods

Language Studies

Language Contact & Bilingualism

Phonology in Bilingual Acquisition

Cognitive Discourse Analysis

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Applications throughout the year, but generally advised that you apply by the end of June (September intake) or late October (for January intake).

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bangor, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Linguistics Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 108 other Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

2(i) undergraduate degree normally required in a relevant discipline and/or relevant professional experience.

Applicants who do not speak English as their native language must pass the IELTS English test with a score of 6.5 (with no element below 6.0).

Students who have an overall score of 5.5 on the IELTS can take a summer presessional course in the University’s English Language Centre for Overseas Students (ELCOS) prior to beginning their MA.

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Tuition Fee

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International

19000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19000 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10500 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Bangor

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Living costs for Bangor

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