Program Overview
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at University of Bath is a MA 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 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) 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 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bath, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) 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
- Research Methods for Second Language Education 1
- Second Language Acquisition
- Language Awareness
- Research Methods for Second Language Education 2
- Language Teaching Methodology and Curriculum
- Teaching and Assessing English as an International Language
- Dr Katie Dunworth (Lecturer in TESOL and Applied Linguistics)
- Dr Trevor Grimshaw (Lecturer in TESOL and Applied Linguistics)
- Dr Janina Iwaniec (Lecturer in TESOL )
- Dr Harry Kuchah Kuchah (Lecturer in TESOL and Applied Linguistics)
- Dr Jim McKinley (Lecturer in TESOL)
- Dr Santiago Sanchez (Director of Studies)
- Ms Nathalie Vermeire (Academic Writing Tutor, Academic Skills Centre)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Academic requirements
- A good undergraduate degree (first or 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent) in an appropriate subject, from a recognised university.
English Language requirements
Certificates must be dated to within two years of the start of the programme of study.
- IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6 in each component)
- PTE Academic of 62 with no less than 59 in any component
If you wish to improve your English proficiency before commencing your studies, pre-sessional language training can be arranged through the Academic Skills Centre.
References
- One academic reference is required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bath 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 University of Bath
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Bath, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline 31 August 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months