Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (with Placement) MA
Start Dates
21 September 2026
Duration
18 Months full-time
Overview
Why choose Huddersfield for this course?
- You'll undertake a 6-month teaching placement giving you essential work-based experience.
- Our course blends theory and practice, helping you develop teaching skills through planning, materials design, microteaching, and observations.
- For the 60-credit module, choose to write a dissertation or design teaching materials for learners in a context of your choice.
Want to teach English abroad? Kickstart your journey with our 18-month MA TESOL course, blending a 12-month Master’s degree in TESOL with a 6-month teaching placement in the UK.
Designed for those with little or no teaching experience, this course offers practical, hands-on opportunities to teach international students at the University, all under the guidance of our expert TESOL staff. Graduate equipped with the skills, experience, and confidence to launch a successful teaching career worldwide.
Why TESOL?
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Global Classroom Expertise: Master lesson planning, resource development, and innovative teaching and assessment methods, all through an international lens - preparing you to teach anywhere in the world.
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Real-World Research Skills: Build advanced research and evaluation skills and discover how to apply them across diverse professional contexts.
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Learn from the Best: Be inspired by an exceptional team of teachers and gain access to a vast professional and academic network, cutting-edge facilities, and specialist resources designed to enrich your learning experience.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements for this course are normally:
- An honours degree in a relevant subject at 2:2 or above, or a professional equivalent.
In addition, you will be invited for an interview to assess your oral and written skills and your suitability for and interest in the placement part of the course.
For international students whose first language is not English:
- The University will determine whether a degree can be recognised as UK equivalent.
- You will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in Speaking and no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent will be considered acceptable. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.
Course Details
Teaching and Assessment
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Placements
During your time on the course, you will complete 475 hours of work-based learning in a compulsory placement within a TESOL setting.
The placement will allow you to develop specialised knowledge and skills through practical learning opportunities. You’ll deepen your understanding of teaching, learning, assessment, and materials design, applying key theories and principles in a real-world environment.
You’ll be supported by a university-based supervisor who will guide and oversee your development throughout the placement. You’ll also work closely with a named workplace mentor provided by the placement organisation to ensure you achieve the required learning outcomes.
Your progress will be assessed through a reflective portfolio, enabling you to critically evaluate your experience and demonstrate your growth in the field of TESOL.
Your Career
Previous graduates from courses in this subject area have gone on to work in a variety of roles such as a Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Community Education Officer, Learning Mentor, Education Consultant, Family Support Worker and Education Mental Health Practitioner.*
*Source: Prospects
98%
Percentage of our postgraduate students go on to work and/or further study within fifteen months of graduating.
* HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, UK domiciled.
£38.5k
Average salary of our postgraduate students fifteen months after graduating.
* HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, mean salary, UK domiciled, full-time UK employment as main activity.
I wanted a course that deepened my knowledge of language education while giving me practical tools for the classroom. The MA TESOL at Huddersfield delivered the perfect mix of academic depth, hands-on experience, and reflective practice.Read More
- Hoài Nam Nguyễn
TESOL MA, now works as a Lecturer of English at Hanoi National University of Education.
Fees and Finance
This information is for Home students applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2026/27.
Please note that tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X) and/or Government policy.
From January 2027 the UK government is launching a new student funding system for people starting university education. Read more about the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE).
For detailed information please visit https://www.hud.ac.uk/study/fees/
This information is for international students applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2026/27.
Please note that tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X) and/or Government policy.
For detailed information please visit https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
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