TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in English, Education, Applied Linguistics, Translation, English literature, TESOL/TEFL (UG) or TCSOL (Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages). Modern foreign languages other than English are considered.

Those with a degree in Business English are not normally considered and should apply for the MSc Educational Studies.

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This programme is for those interested in entering the field of TESOL. It provides a special emphasis on how theory relates to practice.

Why this programme

• If you are new to the field of TESOL, this programme is for you. It will give you the opportunity to develop your professional understanding of English language teaching through investigation of the links between theory, practice and current research.
• You will have opportunities to develop your confidence in teaching through linking theory to practice by observing lessons, planning tasks and micro-teaching to peers.
• This programme draws on the combined expertise of the School of Education and the long established English for Academic Study Unit (School of Modern Languages and Cultures). This enables us to embed our extensive professional and research experience in the areas of language teaching and research.
• Education at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in the UK by the Good University Guide 2026, and 7th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.
• Watch: TESOL MSc/MEd programme overview