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Birkbeck, University of London: Language Teaching/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
| Institution | Birkbeck, University of London View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication |
| Web | http://www.bbk.ac.uk/ |
| Telephone | 0203 907 0700 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This MA Language Teaching/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is ideal if you are a language teacher wishing to progress to a more senior or specialist role. It will help you develop specialised knowledge in key areas of language teaching, reflect on your own teaching practice, and enable you to engage critically and constructively in debates relating to a range of aspects of language teaching.
Why choose this course?
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You can choose to study aspects of teaching English and graduate with an MA TESOL, or you can focus on the teaching of languages other than English and graduate with an MA Language Teaching.
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The course brings together teachers of English and teachers of other languages to offer you a unique focus on the multilingual and multicultural contexts of language learning and teaching.
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MA Language Teaching/TESOL is an essential qualification for those who wish to teach languages at university level, whether for general or more specific purposes.
What you will learn
This course is specifically structured to bridge the gap between language teaching theory and practice, and help you reflect on the important balance between them. You will advance your knowledge of current literature in key areas of research in language teaching and in applied linguistics, and gain further confidence in your own practice through appreciating the variety of factors shaping language teaching and learning in the classroom.
How you will learn
This course is available with full- or part-time study, with classes taking place in the evening. You will learn through lectures, seminars, and by carrying out your own research. You will also benefit from guest lectures, symposia and workshops.
You will have the chance to choose between an empirical research investigation of an aspect of language teaching and learning, or an independent library-based project.
If you are not yet ready to commit to an MA, we offer this course as a Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate.
This course is part of our Birkbeck Flexible Master’s UK, which gives you the choice of how you want to study - on campus, online or via flexible learning.
If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, you will only be able to apply for the on-campus study option for this course. Online and flexible options will not be available to you because they may affect the conditions of your visa.
Highlights
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You will be taught by an outstanding multidisciplinary team of specialists in language teaching and applied linguistics.
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Birkbeck is a member of the British Association of Applied Linguistics and the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language.
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The Birkbeck Applied Linguistics Society was formed to bring together students interested in applied linguistics and related fields in the London area.
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We offer a number of bursaries for postgraduate students.
Careers and employability
On successfully graduating from this MA, you will have gained an array of transferable skills, including:
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the capacity to think and communicate creatively and critically
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a sophisticated use of written and spoken English
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an ability to understand and apply complex ideas
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effective organisation and time-keeping skills
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facility and precision in the use of analytical tools
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strong skills and initiative in collecting and organising complex materials and writing up reports.
If you are an experienced teacher this MA will help you to progress to a more senior or specialised position such as a:
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senior teacher
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director of studies
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teacher trainer
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consultant
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materials developer.
Graduates can also pursue career paths in local and national government, the charity sector, public relations and the media, marketing, lexicography and translation, tourism/hospitality, academia and research.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Usually at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject and/or relevant professional training and language teaching experience. An interview may be required. A short admissions task of no more than 500 words may also be requested, to support your application. You must provide two references, at least one of which should be an academic reference. If you have been awarded the Cambridge Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) in the last five years, you may apply for credit for one option module (please indicate this in your application). Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 11340 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11340 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11340 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11340 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Usually at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject and/or relevant professional training and language teaching experience. An interview may be required. A short admissions task of no more than 500 words may also be requested, to support your application. You must provide two references, at least one of which should be an academic reference. If you have been awarded the Cambridge Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) in the last five years, you may apply for credit for one option module (please indicate this in your application). Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 5670 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5670 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5670 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5670 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 10425 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Usually at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject and/or relevant professional training and language teaching experience. An interview may be required. A short admissions task of no more than 500 words may also be requested, to support your application. You must provide two references, at least one of which should be an academic reference. If you have been awarded the Cambridge Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) in the last five years, you may apply for credit for one option module (please indicate this in your application). Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 6950 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Usually at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject and/or relevant professional training and language teaching experience. An interview may be required. A short admissions task of no more than 500 words may also be requested, to support your application. You must provide two references, at least one of which should be an academic reference. If you have been awarded the Cambridge Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) in the last five years, you may apply for credit for one option module (please indicate this in your application). Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 13900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Usually at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject and/or relevant professional training and language teaching experience. An interview may be required. A short admissions task of no more than 500 words may also be requested, to support your application. You must provide two references, at least one of which should be an academic reference. If you have been awarded the Cambridge Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) in the last five years, you may apply for credit for one option module (please indicate this in your application). Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 6950 GBP for Year 1 |
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