Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (MA)

Entry requirements

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Months of entry

September

Course content

Embark on a global journey in education with our MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). This programme is designed for educators who want to create real change. You will explore the evolving landscape of education and develop practical teaching skills and techniques. On graduation, you can gain the Trinity qualification to teach languages abroad or progress into leadership, research or global education.

Why study Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Keele University?
- Graduate with an MA in TESOL and the Trinity College (London) Certificate - an internationally-recognised teacher training qualification
- Benefit from our long-standing experience in education and world-class research
- Gain the skills to critically engage with real-world educational issues and develop as a reflective practitioner
- Explore career pathways and discover employment opportunities in the UK and overseas
- Carry out a substantial supervised capstone project focused on teaching practice and/or materials/assessment development

Course summary
Our MA TESOL (Trinity Certified) programme is designed for those looking to begin or advance a career in teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), whether in the UK or internationally. The course will support you in developing the skills to become a reflective, ethical, and research-led educator. The programme will also prepare you for a career in research which can lead to careers in publishing, education management or curriculum design.

You will be taught by academics who are specialised in their field and committed to innovative teaching methods. The programme includes areas such as the methodology of teaching English Language, and understanding the needs of learners of English. You will investigate the use of AI and GenAI in classroom teaching, and how to design teaching materials and assessments for different groups of learners.

Assessments are designed to reflect real-world teaching and learning. They include teaching sessions with learners of English, as well as lesson observations, collaborative teaching activities, and the development of professional teaching portfolios. You will also complete a supervised project focused on a self-selected area of interest within TESOL.

As part of the programme, if you successfully complete two core modules, you will be able to apply for moderation for the Trinity College London Certificate in TESOL (CertTESOL). This is an internationally recognised qualification for English language teaching. An additional moderation fee applies.

Information for international students

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Fees and funding

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