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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Specialism in Technology for Teaching at University of St Andrews - UCAS

University of St Andrews

Degree level: Postgraduate

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Specialism in Technology for Teaching (Taught)

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Course summary

The TESOL with a Specialism in Technology for Teaching course gives students with an interest in this field the opportunity to integrate the theory and practice of teaching English to speakers of other languages, with a particular focus on technology for teaching. The course is aimed at students who want to develop the pedagogical knowledge that underpins the application of technology in language classrooms. This is a transdisciplinary course drawing on sources from a variety of fields (including education, psychology, sociology, design, ludology, linguistics and philosophy). As part of this course, you will develop technical skills in a range of applications, such as data-driven learning, task-based learning and game-based learning. You will also develop project management skills, using techniques from agile design and design thinking. Careers Graduates with experience of technology for teaching are in demand in a wide variety of educational settings to enhance technology-led provision.

Modules

Please see the course webpages for guidance: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/tesol/

Assessment method

Please see the course webpages for guidance: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/tesol/


Entry requirements

Typically, you should have one of the following: - A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3/4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements. - Significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning (such as professional qualifications or certifications). If you require further information about our academic entrance requirements in relation to the education system you studied in, please contact [email protected]. **Recognition of prior learning** Some students may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) based on their previous studies, such as DELTA. The International Education Institute considers applications for RPL on a case-by-case basis in line with the University's recognition of prior learning policy. To confirm the exact amount of credit you could be awarded, please forward your relevant transcript to [email protected]. **English language requirements** You will need to be proficient in the English language. Information about English language entry requirements for these programmes is available on the university's postgraduate English language requirements page. Applicants who have not met the English language entry requirements at the point of application may be made offers that are conditional on these requirements being met before enrolment. Offer-holders may then use the University’s Academic English Pre-sessional courses to meet the English language requirements.


English language requirements

For the current English Language requirements please visit the English language requirements for postgraduate students on the University of St Andrews website.

English language requirements for postgraduate students

https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/entry/language-requirements/postgraduate/


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

For the most current information on course fees please visit https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/postgraduate/taught/.

Sponsorship information

Recent Graduate Discount: The University of St Andrews offers a 10 percent reduction in postgraduate tuition fees for students who have graduated during the last three years and are now starting a postgraduate programme. Further details on awards are available from our Fees and Funding webpages: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/pg/fees-and-funding/scholarships/taught/

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Specialism in Technology for Teaching at University of St Andrews - UCAS