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Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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University of Essex campus

About the program

Master's to teach English in US or overseas.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop advanced knowledge of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and evaluate learning approaches
  • Communicate appropriately with learners
  • And reflect on educational practice.

Career outcomes

  • ESL teaching in schools
  • Community colleges
  • Adult education
  • Overseas English teaching

Curriculum

  • 36 credit hours: language
  • Culture
  • Instruction and assessment strands. Students complete study of language structure and variation
  • Pragmatics
  • Instruction methods and assessment
  • With a culminating project
  • And the programme is aligned with TESOL standards.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: A 2.2 degree or international equivalent in one of the following subjects: Education
  • English Language and Literature
  • English Language Studies
  • Linguistics
  • Modern Languages
  • Teaching (English)
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours or recognised international equivalent), By course, Some courses need subject modules, Professional qualifications, CV, References or interview (Essex MBA, Pre-registration health courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence and any personal statement
  4. CV or references the course asks for. Attend an interview or audition if the course requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,075 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£35,902 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
DepartmentSchool of Language, Literature, and Media
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.