January 2027
1 year
London
Tuition Fee
£8,000 per year (UK home)
Distance
The tuition fee for UK home students is £8,000 per year for full-time study. For part-time study, the fee is £890 per 20-credit module. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.
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A good degree in a relevant field (e.g. languages, linguistics, English, TESOL, TEFL, ELT, applied linguistics, education, English literature). Students are expected to find a school, college or university where they can observe four hours of English language teaching.
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Student visa you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. Please refer to the institution's standard postgraduate requirements.
Graduates often move into senior teaching positions, school management, language advisory roles, or continue to doctoral study. The course is designed to enhance your employability in both UK and international contexts.
Assessment is conducted through a variety of methods including coursework, essays, presentations, and a final dissertation. There are no exams.
The institution provides comprehensive support services to help students succeed in their studies and career development.
While the course itself is distance learning, students are required to find an institution where they can observe at least two hours of English language tuition, and four hours in total for the course requirements.
This course is one of the first distance learning MA programmes in London, offering a unique global and intercultural approach to English language teaching, taught by research-active experts.
Yes, the course is highly applied, focusing on theoretical and practical aspects of language teaching, including lesson planning and micro-teaching sessions.
As a distance learner, you will engage with module workbooks, online discussion groups, and receive support from module leaders via email, phone, and WebLearn.
Prospective students should ensure they have access to an institution where they can observe English language teaching and be prepared to engage with a diverse, multilingual cohort.
