University of Glasgow: TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Education View department profile |
| Web | www.gla.ac.uk/schools/education |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This programme is for those interested in entering the field of TESOL. It provides a special emphasis on how theory relates to practice.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - If you are new to the field of TESOL, this programme is for you. It will give you the opportunity to develop your professional understanding of English language teaching through investigation of the links between theory, practice and current research.
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You will have opportunities to develop your confidence in teaching through linking theory to practice by observing lessons, planning tasks and micro-teaching to peers.
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This programme draws on the combined expertise of the School of Education and the long established English for Academic Study Unit (School of Modern Languages and Cultures). This enables us to embed our extensive professional and research experience in the areas of language teaching and research.
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Education at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in the UK by the Good University Guide 2026, and 7th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will take four core and two optional courses and undertake a supervised research dissertation on an issue relevant to your area of interest.
Core courses Classroom Processes in TESOL: introduction to teaching and learning Descriptions Of Language And Applications To The Classroom Developing Professional Practice in TESOL Introduction To Educational And Social Research Major Dissertation (TESOL)
TESOL optional courses Contemporary Issues in TESOL Language Learning for Young Multilingual Learners Language Proficiency, Assessment And Feedback TESOL Curriculum Teaching English as an International Language Teaching English for Academic Purposes Which English? Language Teaching And Sociolinguistics
Other optional courses from the School of Education may include Advanced Educational Research Developing Literacies: An Inclusive Perspective Highly Able Learners, Raising Attainment & Achievement Identities, Relationships and Behaviours in Education Modern Educational Thought
A number of optional courses can also be taken from the 20-credit optional courses listed under MSc Applied Linguistics programme, subject to availability and capacity.
CAREER PROSPECTS Career opportunities include positions as an English language teacher, course designer, test designer, course director and teacher educator.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in English, Education, Applied Linguistics, Translation, English literature, TESOL/TEFL (UG) or TCSOL (Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages). Modern foreign languages other than English are considered. Those with a degree in Business English are not normally considered and should apply for the MSc Educational Studies. Those who have completed their degree and have two years of post-graduation professional teaching experience should apply for the MEd TESOL program. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow’s School of Education is an ambitious, major international research-led institution with traditional roots in Scottish higher education. We invest in the future of education through world-class research that advances knowledge and practice. Respected for contributions to policy and practice, our teaching and research benefits from strong partnerships with education communities.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Education is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.
