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TESOL degrees in the UK

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English Language and TESOL BA (Hons)

Swansea University United Kingdom

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Education Studies with optional pathway in SEND or TESOL BA (Hons)

University of Derby United Kingdom

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Education Studies with TESOL BA (Hons)

University of Hull United Kingdom

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English / Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) BA (Hons)

Manchester Metropolitan University United Kingdom

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Education and TESOL BA (Hons)

University of Strathclyde United Kingdom

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English Language, Linguistics and TESOL BA (Hons)

York St John University United Kingdom

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German and TESOL BA (Hons)

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) United Kingdom

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Trinity Certificate in TESOL (Distance Learning) Non-Award

University of Portsmouth United Kingdom

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TESOL and English Language BA

University of Sunderland United Kingdom

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English Language with TESOL BA (Hons)

De Montfort University United Kingdom

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TESOL Diploma Diploma

University of Brighton United Kingdom

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All Bachelors Degrees in TESOL

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Study a TESOL degree in the UK in 2025

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is an academic field that focuses on the pedagogy and methodologies of teaching English as a second or foreign language to non-native speakers. It equips educators with the necessary skills to help learners develop their English language proficiency in various cultural and linguistic contexts.

Studying TESOL allows individuals to make a significant impact on the lives of English language learners by helping them gain proficiency and confidence in using English for academic, professional, and social purposes. As English continues to be a global lingua franca, there is a growing demand for qualified TESOL professionals worldwide. This degree offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about language education and intercultural communication.

Graduates of a degree in TESOL will have a wide variety of career options available to them in the field of education and language teaching. These include English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teacher, language instructor in private language schools, language program coordinator, and curriculum developer for language learning institutions.

Your degree will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical teaching experiences. Depending on your course, you may have the opportunity to participate in teaching practicums or internships in local schools or language centres. Modules you study could include:

  • Second Language Acquisition
  • Teaching Methods for TESOL
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Language Assessment and Testing
  • Language Teaching Materials Development

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

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