Course summary
The MSc TESOL and Intercultural Communication degree is designed for students intending to pursue a career in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). It is also applicable to those who currently work in this field but wish to enhance professional knowledge and skills, and improve career prospects. This masters degree course addresses questions about the learning, teaching and use of English by speakers of other languages from an intercultural communication perspective. It draws on the expertise of educationalists, linguists, and literature/culture scholars. You'll gain a better understanding of language learning and language use in intercultural contexts. You will engage with key issues relating to language teaching and intercultural communication. You will have opportunities to develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills for language-related careers in a linguistically diverse world. This is an interdisciplinary course combining insights from education, linguistics, and literature. You can take a mix of classes or focus more closely on one of these areas Part of the School of Education who are ranked 6th in the UK for Education (Complete University Guide 2023).
Modules
Compulsory classes: Introduction to Intercultural Communication, Research Methodologies & Reasoning Optional classes: Contemporary Issues in Language Teaching, Language Learning in a Multilingual World, Curriculum Development in TESOL, Digital Technologies in Language Teaching, Contemporary Scottish Cultural Studies, Narrative Processing Across Languages & Cultures, Re-imagining TESOL in the 21st Century, Transcultural Fandom and British Popular Culture, Independent Study 1
Assessment method
By written assignments, including essays and reflective journals, materials development, and presentation.
How to apply
International applicants
Where English is a second language, an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 (with no score below 6.0) or equivalent is required.
Entry requirements
A 2:1 degree or equivalent, but professional experience may be taken into account instead.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ