Study Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Distance Learning) (Online) PGCert at University of Birmingham in the UK, Department of English Language and Applied Linguistics
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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Distance Learning) (Online) PGCert

UK

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What will I learn?

Course overview Enhance your skills and advance your career as an English language teacher. You'll discover linguistic theories and methods for teaching English to speakers of other languages. Study from anywhere in the world and start applying practical skills in the classroom from day one. You'll have 24/7 access to the online course so you can study flexibly around your commitments. Benefit from the expertise of a world top 50 English Language and Literature department (QS World University Rankings 2025) without leaving home. The PGCert can be completed in 18 months and after successfully completing the course you can choose to continue onto the MA TESOL by Distance Learning. Course highlights We designed this online PGCert so you can advance your future without needing to move or leave your current teaching job. You'll access expert teaching from the well-established Department of Linguistics and Communications with over 25 years experience delivering distance learning TESOL courses. You can study at your own pace and in your own time on this flexible distance learning course. You'll self-study over 18 months using interactive course materials created by our experts in linguistics.

Which department am I in?

Department of English Language and Applied Linguistics

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (1.5 Years)

Tuition fees
£4,080.00 (US$ 5,269) per year
£1,360 per module

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

Online

Edgbaston, Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Online/Distance with attendance (1.5 Years)

Tuition fees
£4,080.00 (US$ 5,269) per year
£1360 per module

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Online

Edgbaston, Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject like English Language or Linguistics. If you don't have a 2:1 Honours degree, well also consider equivalent professional experience or a Certificate in Education from a Teacher Training College (three-year course).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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