MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) at Canterbury Christ Church University

English teachers are in high demand across the globe. Our MA TESOL is a great choice whether you are a practising professional keen to take your English teaching to a higher level or a graduate looking to begin an exciting career that opens a world of possibilities. The course is directed towards professional practice.

Department: Language and Linguistics  |  Duration: 1 year (Full-time); 2 years (Part-time)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A sophisticated and systematic breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding of linguistics in terms of language system and language use and its applications in TESOL. A systematic and critical understanding of the relevant applied linguistics knowledge and theory in terms of language acquisition, communication and the social-cultural dimensions of language, as well as their applications in TESOL. Core modules include From Rules to Real Uses: Analysing Language, Researching Contemporary Issues in Applied Linguistics and TESOL, Research Project in Applied Linguistics/TESOL: Part 1, Exploring English Language Teaching, Professional Practice in English language teaching, Research Project in Applied Linguistics/TESOL: Part 2.

Career pathways

With an MA TESOL, your career prospects are enhanced, with paths into: primary, secondary or tertiary school management abroad, senior, advisory, management and leadership positions, e.g. as Directors of Studies or Academic Directors in local and national English language schools, work with Departments of Ministries of Education, such as curriculum and syllabus design, materials writing and assessment, ELT publishing, teacher training, testing and writing for examination boards, academic research..

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