Program Overview

Introduction to the TESOL MSc Program

The University of Birmingham offers a Master of Science in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), a program designed for aspiring language teachers with little or no experience. This program equips students with practical language teaching skills and cutting-edge research skills, preparing them for a thriving career in language education.

Program Structure

The TESOL MSc program is a 12-month full-time course, with the option to undertake the program on a part-time basis. The program consists of 180 credits of taught material, including a 60-credit dissertation project.

Semester 1

In the first semester, students will study two core modules: Research Methods in Education and Second Language Learning, as well as one optional module.

Semester 2

In the second semester, students will study Second Language Teaching Methodology and two optional modules from a range of choices, including Education, Curriculum Design, Planning, and Social Justice, and Language Education in Global Contexts.

Course Highlights

The TESOL MSc program offers a range of benefits, including:

• Engaging environment: Join the School of Education's MOSAIC Group for Research on Multilingualism
• Personalised support: Benefit from three contact hours a week each semester and dedicated guidance from a personal tutor and dissertation supervisor
• Global opportunities: Enhance your learning experience with a 4-week grant overseas placement or summer/winter school through the Turing Scheme grant

Entry Requirements

To gain a place at Birmingham, applicants will need to meet the general entry requirements, as well as those specific to the course. The requirements include:

• A 2:1 Honours Degree in a related discipline (e.g., English language, linguistics, language teaching, education)
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, or equivalent qualification

Fees and Scholarships

The fees for the TESOL MSc program are:

• £11,250 (full-time)
• £5,625 (part-time) The University of Birmingham offers a range of scholarships, including the Birmingham Masters Scholarship, which awards £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

Application Process

To apply for the TESOL MSc program, applicants will need to submit their application and supporting documents online. The application deadline for UK and non-visa requiring applicants is 28 August 2026.

Career Opportunities

The TESOL MSc program opens doors to a wide range of careers in English language teaching and education worldwide. Graduates often secure teaching roles in schools and universities globally or continue their studies with a PhD. The University of Birmingham is the most targeted UK university by top graduate employers, and the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services to help students gain an advantage in the job market.

Related Courses

The University of Birmingham also offers related courses, including:

• TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Online) MA
• TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Online) PGCert