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MA TESOL
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MA TESOL program at The University of Sheffield is a comprehensive and internationally recognized course designed to provide students with a deep understanding of language teaching methodologies, language acquisition, and second language pedagogy. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical teaching experience, equipping graduates with the skills and knowledge to become effective English language teachers.
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Language Teaching Methodologies: The curriculum covers essential topics such as language teaching approaches, lesson planning, and classroom management, providing students with a solid foundation in language teaching methodologies.
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Second Language Acquisition: The program emphasizes the study of second language acquisition theories, understanding how learners acquire and process a second language.
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Teaching Practice: Students have the opportunity to gain practical teaching experience through teaching practice sessions with non-native English speakers.
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Language Assessment: The program includes training in language assessment and testing, enabling students to evaluate learners' language proficiency accurately.
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Expert Faculty: The MA TESOL program is led by a team of experienced faculty members who are specialists in language teaching and applied linguistics. They provide valuable guidance and mentorship to students throughout their academic journey.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 7
Tuition Fee
£ 21400
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Graduates of the MA TESOL program have diverse and promising career prospects in various fields.
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English Language Teacher: Graduates can pursue roles as English language teachers in language schools, international schools, and language centers, teaching learners of all ages and proficiency levels.
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ESL/EFL Curriculum Developer: With expertise in language teaching methodologies, graduates can work as curriculum developers, designing effective English language courses and materials.
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Language Program Coordinator: Graduates can explore careers as language program coordinators, overseeing language programs and managing language teaching staff.
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Educational Consultant: The program equips students to work as educational consultants, providing expertise in English language teaching and program development.
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Academic and Research Roles: Some students may choose to pursue further studies or academic careers, contributing to research and teaching in the field of TESOL in universities and research institutions.
