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University of Leicester: Applied Linguistics and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
| Institution | University of Leicester |
|---|---|
| Department | School of English |
| Web | http://www.le.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
On the MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL (campus-based), you will broaden and deepen your understanding of core areas of linguistics and its application to language learning and teaching. You will gain in-depth knowledge about language structure and language use, and learn how to analyse language using qualitative and quantitative research methods. The course also supports you in developing a critical awareness of approaches and issues in relation to the teaching and learning of English.
Through your choice of option modules and dissertation topic you can customise your degree towards your professional interests. You will be taught by our academic team who are highly experienced EFL teachers as well as internationally recognised experts in their research fields.
Based in our lively, international campus, in one of Britain’s most multicultural cities, you will learn in a supportive environment with your fellow students and staff, engaging in a range of face-to-face taught activities including lectures, seminars, guest talks and reading groups.
Research Methods and Dissertation, with an assessed proposal, allows you to focus on a particular area of interest or expertise. You will conduct a small-scale research study based on a topic of your own choice, developed under the guidance of your supervisor.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally be teachers or others working in the English language training field, with at least a 2.2 Honours degree or its overseas equivalent in a relevant subject area, plus a minimum of 2 years teaching experience; those who are not native speakers of English need to have a proficiency level equivalent to GCSE Grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each test component), TOEFL IBT 90 or Cambridge Proficiency Grade C or above. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
Summary
On the MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL (campus-based), you will broaden and deepen your understanding of core areas of linguistics and its application to language learning and teaching. You will gain in-depth knowledge about language structure and language use, and learn how to analyse language using qualitative and quantitative research methods. The course also supports you in developing a critical awareness of approaches and issues in relation to the teaching and learning of English.
Through your choice of option modules and dissertation topic you can customise your degree towards your professional interests. You will be taught by our academic team who are highly experienced EFL teachers as well as internationally recognised experts in their research fields.
Based in our lively, international campus, in one of Britain’s most multicultural cities, you will learn in a supportive environment with your fellow students and staff, engaging in a range of face-to-face taught activities including lectures, seminars, guest talks and reading groups.
Research Methods and Dissertation, with an assessed proposal, allows you to focus on a particular area of interest or expertise. You will conduct a small-scale research study based on a topic of your own choice, developed under the guidance of your supervisor.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally be teachers or others working in the English language training field, with at least a 2.2 Honours degree or its overseas equivalent in a relevant subject area, plus a minimum of 2 years teaching experience; those who are not native speakers of English need to have a proficiency level equivalent to GCSE Grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each test component), TOEFL IBT 90 or Cambridge Proficiency Grade C or above. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
Summary
This programme is aimed at graduate teachers and other English language teaching professionals with at least 2 years' English language teaching experience who wish to further their academic and professional development. This degree will provide a critical understanding of key issues and debates in many areas of applied linguistics and of how these relate to English language teaching and will provide: a body of knowledge that will enhance the ability to undertake language teaching at a range of levels in different cultural and institutional contexts; the ability to reflect, analyse and critically evaluate language teaching and learning concepts and theories, and to understand and examine the assumptions underlying different classroom practices; the skills to undertake effective practitioner research in a specific area of interest. We are one of the longest established providers of postgraduate studies in Applied Linguistics and TESOL in the UK. On this course you will join teachers from all over the world. You will also benefit from our active involvement in research in different areas of Applied Linguistics and TESOL.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally be teachers or others working in the English language training field, with at least a 2.2 Honours degree or its overseas equivalent in a relevant subject area, plus a minimum of 2 years teaching experience; those who are not native speakers of English need to have a proficiency level equivalent to GCSE Grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each test component), TOEFL IBT 90 or Cambridge Proficiency Grade C or above. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
Summary
This programme is aimed at graduate teachers and other English language teaching professionals with at least 2 years' English language teaching experience who wish to further their academic and professional development. This degree will provide a critical understanding of key issues and debates in many areas of applied linguistics and of how these relate to English language teaching and will provide: a body of knowledge that will enhance the ability to undertake language teaching at a range of levels in different cultural and institutional contexts; the ability to reflect, analyse and critically evaluate language teaching and learning concepts and theories, and to understand and examine the assumptions underlying different classroom practices; the skills to undertake effective practitioner research in a specific area of interest. We are one of the longest established providers of postgraduate studies in Applied Linguistics and TESOL in the UK. On this course you will join teachers from all over the world. You will also benefit from our active involvement in research in different areas of Applied Linguistics and TESOL.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally be teachers or others working in the English language training field, with at least a 2.2 Honours degree or its overseas equivalent in a relevant subject area, plus a minimum of 2 years teaching experience; those who are not native speakers of English need to have a proficiency level equivalent to GCSE Grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each test component), TOEFL IBT 90 or Cambridge Proficiency Grade C or above. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
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