The MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages at the University of Hertfordshire is a full-time 1 Year Postgraduate program in the field of English. Delivered at the University's Hatfield campus in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, the course offers a balanced mix of academic study and practical experience.
Ideal for Bangladeshi students and other international applicants, this program provides high-quality education at a full-time competitive international tuition fee of £ 17,950 Starting each January, September, it is designed to equip students with essential skills for advanced study and professional growth.
The University of Hertfordshire offers modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring international students receive the guidance and resources needed for success. With a welcoming campus community and dedicated support services, Bangladeshi students can confidently plan their study abroad journey in the United Kingdom through this program.
Course Highlights
A key feature of this MA TESOL is its practical teaching element. Supported throughout by our experienced staff, you will first observe and then participate in practice teaching sessions right from the start of the two taught semesters, teaching international students who are studying at the University of Hertfordshire.
Teaching students in small groups, you will build your skills in lesson planning, preparing case studies and delivering and receiving detailed peer and teacher feedback.
Alongside your guided classroom teaching you will follow a comprehensive range of modules that link language teaching theory and practice, enabling you to develop academic research skills while gaining a strong foundation in English Language Teaching. The small group teaching ensures you're fully supported by your tutors, with opportunities to reflect on your teaching practice from theoretical and research-based perspectives, appropriate for Masters-level study.
Course Modules
- Linguistic Analysis for Language Teaching
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Teaching English as an International Language
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Course & Syllabus Design in English Language Teaching
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Research Methodology and Dissertation Skills
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- The Practice of English Language Teaching 1
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- The Practice of English Language Teaching 2
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Methods and Materials in English Language Teaching
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Approaches to Teaching & Learning Languages
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Dissertation
- Compulsory - 60 Credits
Learning Structure
One day a week is spent on teaching practice, including supervised lesson preparation and discussing and receiving extensive feedback. Lectures are supplemented with workshops, seminar discussions and out of class reading. Free English Language support is offered through English for Academic Purposes courses run through the University library.
Entry Requirements
- A 4-year Honours degree (or equivalent) in a field related to language, english or education discipline with CGPA 2.75 or 55% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.
English Language Requirements
Study Gaps
For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
To strengthen your profile, it is important to:
- Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
- Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
- Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.
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Last reviewed on 08 September 2025.