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We offer two master's courses and a PGCert.
You can study an MA in Applied Linguistics or an MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
With both courses you will have the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and skills, putting you on a path to a successful career.
In addition, in partnership with the British Council, we offer a 12-week intensive PGCert in Language Assessment programme delivered over the summer.
Our MA Applied Linguistics course is an ideal option for graduates who wish to develop a career in the language-related industries, including publishing, media, teaching and translation.
A standout feature of our programme is the opportunity to enhance your teaching credentials and global employability by gaining a prestigious CELTA qualification. This is offered by a local partner of ours, based in Oxford. If you decide to pursue this opportunity, you will benefit from a promotional rate.
Study MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at one of the world's best-known centres in TESOL and Applied Linguistics.
A standout feature of our programme is the opportunity to enhance your teaching credentials and global employability by gaining a prestigious CELTA qualification. This is offered by a local partner of ours, based in Oxford. If you decide to pursue this opportunity, you will benefit from a promotional rate.
Alis wanted a change of career.
Watch this film to find out why she chose to study MA TESOL at the 黑料不打烊.
Our master's courses are ideal if you are already working as a language teacher or thinking of a career in language teaching, and wish to develop professionally and academically.
They are also useful if you are interested in the way language is used in society, business or other professional fields, and want to develop your career in language-related industries or are interested in pursuing PhD studies in the future.
Many of our graduates go on to careers in the media, publishing, translating, language technology, international marketing and public relations.
There is a variety of funding support available to our master’s students.
UK students can receive government loans to help towards tuition fees and living costs. You may also be eligible for other grants and bursaries.
Both UK and International students can apply for a range of scholarships. Our scholarships are awarded based on previous academic achievement.
Postgraduate fees and funding
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