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Postgraduate Certificate
Online/Distance Learning
Part Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
Integrate theory and practice – discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks in small groups and in writing in weekly online discussion forums and apply these through applied assessments. Interact with a global cohort of students, studying both in St Andrews and online, through module learning activities. Engage in and reflect on a new language learning experience to gain an all-around perspective on language teaching and learning. Conduct original research supported by experts within the Institute. Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the English language teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and the annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.; practical learning and assessment tasks materials development activities These courses provide the opportunity to integrate the theory and practice of teaching English to speakers of other languages. They are designed to be useful to experienced teachers and those considering a career in English language teaching. Students who have an interest in a particular field of TESOL can also choose one of five specialisms to focus on and graduate with a TESOL degree in that specialism. Highlights Integrate theory and practice – discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks in small groups and in writing in weekly online discussion forums and apply these through applied assessments. Interact with a global cohort of students, studying both in St Andrews and online, through module learning activities. Engage in and reflect on a new language learning experience to gain an all-around perspective on language teaching and learning. Conduct original research supported by experts within the Institute. Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the English language teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and the annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.