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A degree in TESOL empowers international students to become skilled English language educators, opening doors to global teaching opportunities while making a meaningful impact in diverse cultural and linguistic communities.

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

Graduates of a master's degree in TESOL will have advanced expertise in language teaching theories, curriculum design, and research methodologies. This degree is suitable for those aspiring to become TESOL program directors, language education researchers, or pursue doctoral studies in language education.

Your master's degree program will emphasise research and practical teaching experiences, enabling you to design and implement effective language programs. Modules you study could include:

  • Language Program Evaluation
  • Technology in Language Teaching
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Language Policy and Planning
  • Research in TESOL

All TESOL courses

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English Language and TESOL BA (Hons)

Swansea University United Kingdom

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Master of Translation and TESOL Master Degree

Western Sydney University Australia

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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) MEd, PG Cert, PG Dip

University of Exeter United Kingdom

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Introduction to TESOL, Summer School topic Summer School

University of Southampton Summer School United Kingdom

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TESOL MA

University of Sheffield United Kingdom

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TESOL MA

University of Hull United Kingdom

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MA TESOL (pre-service) MA, TESOL

University College London (UCL) United Kingdom

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Graduate Certificate of TESOL Graduate Certificate

Macquarie University Australia

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TESOL MA

University of Manchester United Kingdom

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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Studies Masters Degree

School of Education, University of Leeds United Kingdom

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ELT/TESOL Studies MA

University of Southampton United Kingdom

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Education with TESOL MA

Bishop Grosseteste University United Kingdom

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TESOL Diploma Diploma

University of Brighton United Kingdom

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