This programme provides a focused route for new English language professionals who wish to develop advanced knowledge and skills in the English language curriculum, pedagogy and assessment. You will study contemporary approaches to curriculum, assessment and pedagogy, with opportunities to follow specialist interests, such as learner autonomy and English as an international language. You will develop a deeper understanding of the theory and practice of English language teaching and gain the skills required to challenge current professional practice, to innovate, and to undertake a range of leadership roles in English language teaching.
View the Course Description Document for 2021/22 entrants
View the programme specification for this course for 2020/21 entrants
To Apply
To apply for a postgraduate course please visit the How to Apply page or click on the apply button below.
Application process and required supporting documents
- University online application including a personal statement
- Transcript
- 2 references
- English language (if relevant)
Key Facts
Duration: 1 year (full time)
Start date: September
Closing date: 1st September (an application decision cannot be guaranteed in time unless a complete application is received by this date - students requiring a visa to study should also allow extra time for visa processes)
Typical entry requirements
For 2020 entry
| Qualification | Grade |
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| English language requirements |
All applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency. Applicants requiring a visa to study in the UK who do not offer GCSE English language (or GCSE English) at the required level will need to meet the following English language proficiency requirement. Find out more about the University’s English Language requirements.
Band C IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components
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Selection process
Academic entry requirements: First or upper second class honours degree, or equivalent in English, modern languages, or a cognate discipline.
English language entry requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with minimum of 6.0 in all components, or equivalent in other approved English language test.
Selection process: Online application
Interview may be required on a case by case basis to assess suitability of course.
This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about
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entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
Typical course content
This postgraduate programme is normally studied over one year full-time (48 weeks). It comprises eight M level study modules (four Core 15 credit modules, a 60 credit core dissertation and four Options), plus additional visiting speaker seminars and other extension activities, taught over two semesters (30 weeks). The independent research dissertation is completed over a further period of 18 weeks. Part time students are also accepted, and complete the taught programme over 4 semesters, followed by the dissertation.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the
programme and the learning outcomes that a typical
student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage
of the learning opportunities that are provided.
More detailed information can be found in the programme handbook (or other appropriate guide
or website).
Tuition fees
List of tuition fees for this course and it's variations| Course Title | Award | Year of entry | Mode of study | UK/EU | International |
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| ELT/TESOL Studies | MA | 2020 | Full-time | £9,250 | £18,812 |
Costs associated with this course
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such
essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the
academic requirements for each programme of study.
In addition to this, students registered for this programme typically also have to pay
for:
List of additional costs for this course| Type | Description | Cost |
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| Printing and copying | Where possible, coursework such as essays, projects and dissertations is likely to be submitted on line. However, there are some items where it is not possible to submit on line and students will be asked to provide a printed copy. The University printing costs are currently:
A4 - 5p per side (black and white) or 25p per side (colour) A3 - 10p per side (black and white) or 50p per side (colour).
Please note: Paper sizes not recognised by the printing devices will prompt you to select the size and then charge a minimum of 50p per black and white copy and a maximum of £1 per colour copy.
You can pay for your printing by using the money loaders or by using print copy payment service by going to www.printcopypayments.soton.ac.uk
Please remember that we are unable to refund any credit that has not been used by the end of your course, so please consider this when topping up your printing/copy account.
You will be given a printing allowance of £1 per 7.5 ECTS FREN towards the costs of printing lecture handouts and/or practical scripts.
The University Print Centre also offers a printing and copying service as well as a dissertation/binding service. Current printing and copying costs can be found here: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/printcentre/copyrooms/service.page
They also provide a large format printing service, e.g. Academic posters. Details of current costs can be found here: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/printcentre/exhibition/academicposters.page | £0.05-1.00 |
There will also be further costs for the following, not purchasable from the
University:
| Type | Description |
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| Stationery | You will be expected to provide your own day-to-day stationery items, e.g. pens, pencils, notebooks, etc. Any specialist stationery items will be specified under the Additional Costs tab of the relevant module profile. |
| Books | Where a module specifies core texts these should generally be available on the reserve list in the library. However due to demand, students may prefer to buy their own copies. These can be purchased from any source.
Some modules suggest reading texts as optional background reading. The library may hold copies of such texts, or alternatively you may wish to purchase your own copies. Although not essential reading, you may benefit from the additional reading materials for the module. |
| Equipment | Laboratory equipment and materials:
All laboratory equipment and materials are provided.
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| Equipment | IT: Computer discs or USB drives
Students are expected to provide their own portable data storage device.
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| Equipment | IT: Software licenses
All software is provided.
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| Equipment | IT: Hardware
It is advisable that students provide their own laptop or personal computer, although shared facilities are available across the University campus.
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In some cases you'll be able to choose modules (which may have different costs associated
with that module) which will change the overall cost of a programme to you. Please also
ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and
Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.
