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Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The TESOL at Northumbria University is a MA programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: London, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the TESOL programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. E.S.A.P. in FADSS Level 7
  2. Dissertation
  3. TESOL Syllabus and Materials Design
  4. The Professional Practice of TESOL
  5. Issues and Trends in Classroom Language Teaching
  6. Investigating Language for TESOL

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Standard Entry
Applicants should have a good honours degree or equivalent and be able to demonstrate an interest in becoming a teacher of English to speakers of other languages.
Plus one of the following:
International/English Language Requirements:International applicants are required to have one of the following English language qualifications with grades as shown below.
  • A British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 5.5
  • Pearson Academic score of 62 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 51
The University also accepts many other English language qualifications and if you have any questions about our English Language requirements please contact the International Admissions Office and we will be glad to assist you.Selection:Applicants prior qualifications and any relevant experience will be considered for entry on to the programme. Each case will be considered on its individual merits.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About Northumbria University

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Northumbria University

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

The University of Northumbria at Newcastle, which operates as Northumbria University, is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East of England. It has been a...

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Application Information
  • Start Date September 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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