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University of Birmingham: Applied Linguistics with TESOL
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of English, Drama, and Creative Studies View department profile |
| Web | www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Gain the skills to progress in your language teaching career on our MA Applied Linguistics with TESOL, designed for experienced English language teachers.
This course is for you if you have more than a year's professional language teaching experience. Whether you're looking to develop as an English Language teacher or take on a training or management role in education, you'll gain the confidence, skills and techniques to take the next step in your career.
Course highlights
Join a course designed for experienced language teachers like you.
We offer this advanced level of study so you can build on your current skills and expertise. Develop your knowledge of linguistics, from how the English vocabulary works to the differences between written and spoken language. You'll discover how to apply this knowledge to enhance your language teaching.
Join a World Top 40 Linguistics department that's renowned for research excellence (QS World University Rankings 2025).
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Broaden your knowledge of linguistics and pedagogy, learning from experts across fields of linguistics.
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Real world application: learn how to apply linguistic theory while designing and delivering your language teaching.
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Be part of a thriving English Language and Linguistics department, with opportunities to attend research talks, summer schools and conferences.
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Take advantage of our research specialisms and discover second language acquisition and TESOL alongside modules in applied linguistics.
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Opportunities to enhance your learning with our annual corpus linguistics summer school and regular research events.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, English Language or another relevant subject (e.g. Translation Studies, TEFL/TESL/TESOL, English Literature, Communication Studies). Relevant professional experience can also be considered for entry. To apply, you'll also need at least one year’s language teaching experience. If you have less than a year's experience, you can study our MA TESOL programme instead. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
Gain the skills to progress in your language teaching career on our MA Applied Linguistics with TESOL, designed for experienced English language teachers.
This course is for you if you have more than a year's professional language teaching experience. Whether you're looking to develop as an English Language teacher or take on a training or management role in education, you'll gain the confidence, skills and techniques to take the next step in your career.
Course highlights
Join a course designed for experienced language teachers like you.
We offer this advanced level of study so you can build on your current skills and expertise. Develop your knowledge of linguistics, from how the English vocabulary works to the differences between written and spoken language. You'll discover how to apply this knowledge to enhance your language teaching.
Join a World Top 30 Linguistics department that's renowned for research excellence (QS World University Rankings 2024).
-
Broaden your knowledge of linguistics and pedagogy, learning from experts across fields of linguistics.
-
Real world application: learn how to apply linguistic theory while designing and delivering your language teaching.
-
Be part of a thriving English Language and Linguistics department, with opportunities to attend research talks, summer schools and conferences.
-
Take advantage of our research specialisms and discover second language acquisition and TESOL alongside modules in applied linguistics.
-
Opportunities to enhance your learning with our annual corpus linguistics summer school and regular research events.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, English Language or another relevant subject (e.g. Translation Studies, TEFL/TESL/TESOL, English Literature, Communication Studies). Relevant professional experience can also be considered for entry. To apply, you'll also need at least one year’s language teaching experience. If you have less than a year's experience, you can study our MA TESOL programme instead. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Why you should choose the School of English, Drama and Creative Studies at the University of Birmingham
Join a community of writers, filmmakers, performers and creatives at a world top 100 university for arts and humanities (QS World University Rankings 2025).
We’re home to students across English Literature, Linguistics and Communication, Shakespeare Studies, Film, Creative Writing, Digital Media and Drama.
Our postgraduate taught courses
- MA English Literature
- MA Applied Linguistics (including distance learning and PGCert options)
- MA Applied Linguistics with TESOL
- MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (including distance …
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