Overview

This Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programme from Westcliff University will prepare teachers for a wide variety of positions both in the US and abroad. Their students will be equipped with the specialized knowledge and field skills for teaching English to speakers of other languages. Upon graduation, they will be competent professional educators with demonstrable leadership skills.

The performance outcomes which are required for the completion of the programme include: class participation, response to discussion questions, writing research papers, group assignments, case study analyses, quizzes, mid-term and final examinations (Comprehensive Learning Assessments).

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate principles of language pedagogy and of current best practices in teaching English to speakers of other languages; relate how these principles are based on research of language acquisition and the teaching of the various skills.

Show proficiency in spoken and written English at a level commensurate with the role of a language model of the anticipated English teaching context.

Consider current TESOL pedagogy in the creation of effective lesson plans for diverse groups of learners in a variety of teaching contexts; evaluate materials, produce content and level appropriate lesson plans, and employ the skills required to explain the English language system.

Explain current theories concerning the cognitive, affective, social, and cultural factors involved in the acquisition and use of second languages and illustrate this knowledge in effective lesson design and classroom interactions with second language learners.

Identify and apply the skills necessary for effective leadership, collaboration, and communication in and out of the classroom and/or institution.

Analyze, discuss and integrate ethical values and issues in learning and teaching

Select, assess, and implement technology in teaching English within a wide variety of contexts

Formulate and build upon the application of analytical and quantitative reasoning and classroom research procedures to guide, support, and solve complex issues in the TESOL field

Recognize when information and/or analysis is needed and develop skills to find, appraise, and effectively synthesize and compose needed information and content

Construct and challenge critical thinking skills through inquiry and reflection on theory, practice, and beliefs of teaching and learning.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Vocabulary Instruction

Pronunciation Instruction

Writing Instruction

Second Language Acquisition

Grammar Instruction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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More details

International students are advised to begin the admission process as early as possible.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Irvine, United States
Miami, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An applicant with a Bachelor-level degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution and a minimum GPA of 2.5 can apply for entrance into Westcliff University.

Undergraduate degrees obtained outside of the United States will only be accepted if they have been evaluated by a member in good standing of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or another nationally recognized credentialing service. In this case, the listed U.S. degree equivalency will be used.

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

27540 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27540 USD / year

≈ 27540 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

27540 USD / year

≈ 27540 USD / year

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 USD / month

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

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

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Funding

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