Overview

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Manchester Metropolitan University is a practical qualification grounded in the latest research in English language teaching and learning. Whether you're an experienced teacher or just starting out, this course will help you enhance the essential skills and knowledge needed for effective teaching.

Career prospects

The MA TESOL enhances employability and professional development for new and experienced teachers. Graduates are prepared for roles in language instruction, curriculum development, and academic management, and will have a competitive edge in the global job market.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching English for Academic Purposes
Language, Culture and Communication
Language in a Globalised World
Language and The Law
Teaching English to Young Learners

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-12 00:00:00 , International

More details

You can apply for a master’s course at any time throughout the year, most courses will close for applications in mid to late August.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

89

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 98 other Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

89

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:2 Honours Degree (or equivalent) in any subject or above. Appropriate industry qualifications and/or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree qualification on a case-by-case basis.

Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in any category), or an equivalent accepted English qualification.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20000 GBP / year

≈ 20000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10250 GBP / year

≈ 10250 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Career prospects

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Manchester

Funding

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