Program Overview
The Education - Teaching English as an Additional Language at Oxford Brookes University is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Education - Teaching English as an Additional Language programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 1,415 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 590 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education - Teaching English as an Additional Language programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- analyse the development of children in second languages settings
- identify theories of bilingualism, trans-languaging and dynamic language
- appreciate the links between first and second language, identity and self-esteem: the emotional experiences of the EAL child
- evaluate teacher, teacher assistant, parent, and whole school responses to the EAL child
- theorise practice and pedagogy: what beliefs, theories and attitudes to language and the EAL learner underpin teacher choices?
- evaluate and critically compare policies connected with the teaching, learning and integration of the EAL child into the mainstream school
- evaluate, adapt and create resources and materials for their fit with the needs of the EAL child.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students should normally have a first degree.
International applications
- Preparation courses for International and EU students
We offer a range of courses to help you to meet the entry requirements for this course and also familiarise you with university life. You may also be able to apply for one student visa to cover both courses.
- Take our Pre-Master\'s course to help you to meet both the English language and academic entry requirements for your master\'s course.
- If you need to improve your English language, we have pre-sessional English language courses available to help you to meet the English language requirements of your chosen master\xc2\x92s.
If you are studying outside the UK, for more details about your specific country entry requirements, translated information, local contacts and programmes within your country, please have a look at our country pages.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,415 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 590 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,415 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 590 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Oxford Brookes University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, United Kingdom
Oxford Brookes University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months