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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary

  • Explore the teaching of the English language globally.
  • Gain a deep understanding of the underpinning theories and practices.
  • Develop a reflective and critical approach to your teaching practice.
  • Enhance your skills in course design and material development.
  • Acquire research skills to conduct systematic inquiry into the field.
Join a vibrant community of MA TESOL students, English language teachers accredited by the British Council, experienced educators and leading researchers. Whether you're at the start of your career or an experienced teacher aiming to advance, this course supports your growth. It's designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge for senior roles or a PhD, preparing you for a successful career in TESOL. How you learn At Sheffield Hallam, all our courses are designed to engage you with the world and challenge you to think in new ways. You’ll get to collaborate with others, and you’ll be taught in a supportive environment where you can thrive. On this course you’ll explore language learning and teaching theories. You’ll reflect on your own experiences while practising your planning, teaching and assessment skills – as well as conducting ethical research in TESOL. The module assignments offer you flexibility to focus on specific TESOL areas – such as English for Academic Purposes, Young Learners or Assessment – while your dissertation allows you to specialise in a research setting of your choice. You learn through:
  • interactive workshops
  • guided observations and personalised feedback
  • collaborative activities such as lesson planning, microteaching and group work
  • guided reading
  • taking part in lectures
  • coursework and presentations
  • personal tutorials
  • collaboration with a research supervisor
Key themes You’ll explore pedagogical issues related to second-language learning while developing your skills in English Language Teaching (ELT). You'll be supported to develop as an independent, critically-minded scholar in the TESOL field. Assessments are designed to offer you formative feedback at key points in each module, through verbal and written methods. Summative feedback builds on your learning, especially from research methods in TESOL to the final research project. Applied learning Throughout the course you’ll be able to practise your practical teaching and planning skills – such as setting up needs analysis, lesson planning, microteaching, materials development, coursebook analysis, assessing language skills and learning, and conducting systematic inquiry into language learning and teaching. Networking opportunities You’ll gain access to an exclusive alumni LinkedIn group, where you can connect with MA TESOL teaching staff and alumni, unlocking opportunities beyond your time at Sheffield Hallam University. You’ll also have access to support activities, resources, employer events, and opportunities provided by our Careers & Employability Team – helping you to maximise your work experience opportunities during your degree.

Modules

Important notice: The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page. Final year Compulsory modules Exploring Language In Use: Theory To Classroom Application Methods And Innovations In Language Teaching Research Methods In Tesol Research Project Elective modules Innovating Curricula Language Learning And Language Learners

Assessment method

Coursework, practical.

Entry requirements

An honours degree or equivalent. If English is not your first language we also require an IELTS score of 6.5 or above with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.5 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score. If you do not have such academic qualifications we may consider your application individually, based on your personal, professional and work experience, and other formal qualifications. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5If English is not your first language we also require an IELTS score of 6.5 or above with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.5 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Teaching-and-Education/MA-Teaching-English-to-Speakers-of-Other-Languages/Full-time

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £17155 Year 1
International £17155 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Our tuition fee for UK students on full-time undergraduate degree courses in 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. These fees are regulated by the UK government and therefore subject to change in future years. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found at https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations under student fees regulations. Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2025/26 is £17,155 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/fees

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS