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BA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and Linguistics

Manchester Metropolitan University

Institution
Manchester Metropolitan University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BA (Hons) Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and Linguistics
Duration
3-4 years
UCAS code
XQ16
Typical offer
A-level BCC, IB 26, UCAS 104

Entry requirements

A level: BCC IB: IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English

About this course

BA (Hons) in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and Linguistics combines language education with the scientific study of how language is structured, acquired and used. Core topics include Ethics & Professional Practice. Students may take the Trinity Cert TESOL qualification and can opt for a placement year or study abroad after their second year.

Modules

  • Introduction to TESOL
  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
  • Understanding the Learner
  • Semantics and Pragmatics
  • Phonetics and Phonology
  • Language Acquisition
  • Lesson and Materials Design
  • Teaching Techniques
  • Sociolinguistics
  • Debates in English Language Education
  • Discourse Analysis
  • Language and Social Justice