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Overview
Course Details
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) give people all over the world the ability to communicate fluently in English. This English Language Teaching TESOL MA course offered by the University of Southampton will give you the tools you need to teach English effectively. Throughout the programme you'll study topics such as:
- how to analyse language for ELT
- current issues in language teaching methodology
- critical appraisal of language teaching
This master’s degree in English Language Teaching is offered by our Centre for Applied Language Research.
Staff contributing to the programme are involved in:
- direct teaching of EFL and other languages
- research and development work in applied linguistics and language learning
- sociolinguistics and cultural studies
This blend of theoretical expertise and ongoing practical experience is one of the distinguishing features of our programme.
On completion of the course, you’ll be ready for a rewarding career as a language teacher, language teaching educator, or applied linguistics researcher.
Career Opportunities
Graduates move on to advanced and leadership positions in:
- language teaching
- language teacher education
These roles are based either in state and private schools, or education ministries and educational bodies at regional and state level.
A master’s degree will help you develop the skills employers look for, such as:
- time, deadline and project management
- problem solving, critical thinking and research analysis
- working independently
- teamwork, relationship-building and cultural awareness
- using your initiative
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Analysing Language for ELT/TESOL
- Critical Appraisal of Language Teaching Methodologies
- Current Issues in Language Teaching Methodology
- Assessment of Language Proficiency
- Autonomy and Individualisation in Language Learning
- Discourse Analysis
- E-learning and English Language Teaching
- English as a World Language
- English as medium of instruction in global education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages Teaching View 613 other Masters in Language Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
You’ll need a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects:
- English
- Linguistics
- Modern Languages
Tuition Fee
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International
21000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21000 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
EU and international students pay £21,000.
Living costs for Southampton
697 - 1093 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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