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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Top-Up)

1 Study option · UndergraduateWaterside Campus
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The University of Northampton

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2026-2027
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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Top-Up) BA (Hons) is designed to develop your understanding of a range of linguistic phenomena and the nature of English language teaching and learning in increasingly complex and globalised educational settings.

You will be introduced to the main aspects of second language teaching theories and methodologies, combining the study of English language with practical understandings and evaluation of approaches to teaching and learning. You will also explore the role of technology in language teaching and its practical applications, and how to become an effective intercultural communicator.

The Research Project allows you to develop critical understanding and systematic evaluation of theories in your chosen topic focusing on theoretical or more practical aspects of English language teaching and learning.

This TESOL (Top-Up) BA (Hons) gives you the opportunity to top-up HND/ or Diploma level qualifications (or equivalent) to a full honours degree. Students with a background in the following subjects will be considered: English, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, English Language, Business English, English Literature, TEFL, English and Education, Education Studies or Intercultural communication.

The course focuses on developing comprehensive understanding of English language and EFL teaching methodologies, and analytical and practical skills to enable you to make informed professional choices in increasingly globalised educational contexts.

On successful completion of the programme, you will be equipped to work in a variety of professional TESOL settings globally, including mainstream education and the private sector as teachers of English as a foreign language, publishing houses and English for Specific Purposes (ESP) or IELTS preparation contexts.

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Campuses

  • Waterside Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
X162
Institution code:
N38

University of Northampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Course code:
X162
Institution code:
N38

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