Loading...
Preparing your educational journey
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Applied Linguistics logo
University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) logo

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Applied Linguistics

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Deadline Jun, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Botswana, Botswana
Language English

Program Overview

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Applied Linguistics at University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) 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) with Applied Linguistics 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Preston, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Applied Linguistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Language Analysis
  2. Methodology in TESOL
  3. Second Language Acquisition
  4. Dissertation
  5. Course and Materials Design
  6. Testing and Assessment in TESOL
  7. Teaching Language through Literature
  8. Student Initiated Module in TESOL/Applied Linguistics
  9. Language in Interaction
  10. Teaching English for Academic and Specific Purposes
  11. Corpus-Informed Language Teaching )
  12. Computer-Assisted Language Learning
  13. World Englishes
  14. TESOL Work Placement
  15. Language Analysis
  16. Methodology in TESOL
  17. Second Language Acquisition
  18. Course and Materials Design
  19. Testing and assessment in TESOL
  20. Teaching Language through Literature
  21. Student Initiated Module in TESOL/Applied Linguistics
  22. Language in Interaction
  23. Teaching English for Academic and Specific Purposes
  24. Corpus-Informed Language Teaching
  25. Computer-Assisted Language Learning
  26. World Englishes
  27. TESOL Work Placement
  28. Dissertation

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

A minimum of a lower second-class honours degree is usually required. Applicants should be able to demonstrate appropriate teaching experience in language education (typically at least 1-2 years) and/or a pre-service certificate (Cambridge CELTA/Trinity Cert. TESOL or equivalent). Non-native English speakers will require an English level of IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent), with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-scores.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) 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 Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) logo

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

Botswana, Botswana

Visit the university profile page to learn more about this institution.

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jun, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months