Program Overview

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

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) English Language and TESOL degree provides a modern, forward-looking course aimed at equipping students with both traditional knowledge in English language and linguistics, as well as the innovative awareness required to utilize 21st-century tools in education. The program emphasizes hands-on teaching practice through 80 hours of guided placements in diverse educational settings, supported by creative and experiential assignments rather than traditional examinations.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Language and Linguistics Foundation: In-depth knowledge of English structure, language variation, and advanced fields such as psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics.
• TESOL Training for Diverse Learners: Development of effective, adaptable teaching strategies to engage a diverse range of age groups and backgrounds.
• Global and Practical Teaching Experience: Completion of 80 hours of hands-on placement in various educational settings.
• Focus on Research and Inquiry: Opportunity to conduct an independent research project or dissertation.
• Preparation for the Modern Classroom: Graduates will possess a combination of linguistic expertise, innovative teaching techniques, and cultural awareness.

Course Structure

Year 1

• Teaching, Thinking, and Reasoning (20 credits)
• Multilingualism in Contemporary Society (20 credits)
• Key Concepts in Linguistics (20 credits)
• Key Concepts in TESOL (20 credits)
• Intercultural Communication for Professional Practice (20 credits)
• English Language in History (20 credits)

Year 2

• Language Structure and Use for TESOL (20 credits)
• Investigating Real-World Language (Corpus Linguistics) (20 credits)
• Society in Language (20 credits)
• The Diverse Language Learner (20 credits)
• Ideology, Discourse and Power (20 credits)
• Research Methods in Education (20 credits)

Year 3

• Principles and Practice in TESOL I (20 credits)
• Principles and Practice in TESOL II (20 credits)
• Language and The Mind: Psycholinguistics (20 credits)
• The Globalisation(s) of English (20 credits)
• Independent Study (40 credits)

Admission Requirements

• High school diploma in any discipline with necessary English language skills, aspiring to build a career as an English Language Educator.
• Minimum English language requirement equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (B2). Candidates without an official certificate may take the College's internal placement test.
• Submission of a reference letter from a tutor and an academic interview with the programme leader is required.
• Holders of a university degree in a relevant discipline may receive exemptions regarding course duration.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue a variety of rewarding careers, including:

• English Language Teacher
• EFL Course Designer
• English Language Assessment Specialist
• Educational Consultant
• Content Creator
• Editor
• Translator/Interpreter
• Publishing
• Journalism

Further Study

Graduates have opportunities for postgraduate studies in programs such as:

• MA in TESOL
• MA in Educational Leadership and Management
• MA in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs and Disability