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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) - with optional specialism (MSc/PGDip/PGCert)

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) - with optional specialism (MSc/PGDip/PGCert)

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

9 months

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Diploma

Subject areas

Tesol (Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages) Languages English Language Teaching

Course Summary

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.

Modules

Action Research for Teachers:provides a learning experience in which you can reflect on concepts and theories you are studying in other modules and connect them with classroom practice. The module explores the combined value of reflection and action research for classroom practitioners, providing a means for language teachers to understand their classroom contexts and to plan responses to challenges in these contexts.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (month)

£936

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (month)

£2,015

Entry requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3 out of 4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. Significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning (such as professional qualifications or certifications).