University of Southampton
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Southampton
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ELT/TESOL Studies (Taught)
- MA
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 22/09/2025
- Postgraduate
- Avenue Campus
Course summary
Study the theory and practice of English Language Teaching (ELT) with our MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) master’s degree. You can apply for this course if you have recently graduated and are starting your career in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL).
This UK-based MA ELT TESOL is ideal for graduates who want to teach English as a second or additional language, or work in the teaching education sector. Our English language teaching master's degree will help you develop specialist knowledge and skills in TESOL and related linguistic areas.
On MA TESOL you’ll study the most recent approaches to the curriculum, assessment and pedagogy (interactions between teachers, students, and the learning environment and tasks) and have the opportunity to pursue your interests.
Modules
"Compulsory modules include: Analysing Language for ELT/TESOL; Developing Approaches to Language Teaching; Principles of Communicative Language Teaching; Dissertation. Optional modules include: Task-based Language Teaching; Autonomy and Individualisation in Language Learning; Writing and Written Language; Principles of Communicative Language Teaching; English as medium of instruction in global education; Language ideologies in a globalising world.
For a full list of modules please visit: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/elttesol-studies-masters-ma#modules"
Assessment method
We'll assess your knowledge through: exams, presentations and dissertation.
How to apply
International applicants
English language: Band D, IELTS 6.5 overall score with at least 6.5 in Reading and Writing and at least 6.0 in Speaking and Listening.
Entry requirements
You’ll need a 2:1 honours degree in a language or relevant subject.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no component below 6.0 |
All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore, all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency.
Find out more about the University’s English Language requirements https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/fees/postgraduate.page
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
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