Overview

In this Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Pre-Service programme offered at the University College London (UCL) programme, students will explore the latest developments in the theory, policy and practice of TESOL, working with leading experts in the field and other MA students from around the world.

This Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Pre-Service programme offered at the University College London will give students both a theoretical and a practical introduction to the language and discourse systems required for teaching as well as current theories of second language acquisition.

Students will also explore the methods and approaches currently used in English language teaching, the place of English and English language teaching in the wider world, as well as the concept of multilingualism and its place in education.

There will also be an opportunity to carry out a piece of advanced research in an educational context.

Careers

The programme provides graduates with a rigorous, research-based education based on the latest developments in the area of TESOL.
This will give them a natural advantage when applying for teaching or other TESOL-related posts.
We also help students focus on employability skills whilst they are here, for example, through departmental talks and other networking opportunities within the department and the wider University College London (UCL) community.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Second Language Acquisition
Language Testing and Assessment
Working with Bilingual/Multilingual Learners in International School Settings
English Language Teaching Classroom Practice
Language at Work: Communication in Professional, Institutional and Cultural Contexts
Teaching and Researching Speaking and Listening
TESOL: Pedagogy and Practice

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-27 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

109

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

109

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard, in English language or TESOL. Applicants should have no professional experience of English language teaching.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 4

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

33000 GBP / year

≈ 33000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

13500 GBP / year

≈ 13500 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time:

UK: £6,750
International: £16,500

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

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