English Language Teaching (Distance Learning) University of East London

Overview

Speaking our native language comes naturally. Acquiring a second language is a much more complex undertaking that a skilled teacher can make easier. This fascinating course will give you a deeper understanding of the field of English language teaching in the UK and in a global context. It addresses the language systems of English, as well as reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. You will also examine second-language acquisition theories and the impact that these have on English language teaching pedagogy.

You will explore the implications of the global spread of English, the rise of 'new Englishes' around the world and the political and cultural dimensions of teaching English as an international language.

Ultimately, the English Language Teaching (Distance Learning) programme offered by University of East London will open up exciting career opportunities, both nationally and internationally, as a teacher of English or as someone who will shape the future of English language teaching.

Careers

The MA English Language Teaching degree is partly a professional qualification, which will make it much easier to secure a job teaching English to speakers of other languages. This could be in the UK in a mainstream school or a specialist language school, or abroad, anywhere in the world.

Perhaps you already have a BA in English Language Teaching or have a degree in a different subject with a certificate in language teaching.

If so, this course will upgrade your professional standing and afford you promotion opportunities within the education sector.

For example, you could become the head of English language teaching in your school or the leader of the school's English as a Second Language (ESL) panel.

Instead of teaching, you could choose a different route, perhaps taking up a government position as a curriculum coordinator or as a member of the board for a certain subject, helping to devise language learning policies and learning materials. 

That could be in your home country if you are one of our international students. Past graduates have gained this sought-after qualification to secure high-ranking positions within the education department in their countries.