Expand+Applicants should hold a primary degree (at least 2nd class honours or equivalent, in any discipline), have an appropriate initial training qualification in TESOL, and have a minimum of one years’ relevant teaching experience in Ireland or ?oversea...

Hide-Applicants should hold a primary degree (at least 2nd class honours or equivalent, in any discipline), have an appropriate initial training qualification in TESOL, and have a minimum of one years’ relevant teaching experience in Ireland or ?overseas. The number of places on the course is strictly limited and selection is based on written application and interview. Please note, in order to teach in Ireland after your course, your initial TESOL qualification should be accredited or recognised by ACELS.

- Applicants, whose first language is not English, should have an overall band of 7.0 in IELTS (with a 7.0 in listening and writing components).

Expand+Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International...

Hide-Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No

This programme is suitable for teachers of English as a second, foreign or additional language who have an appropriate initial teaching qualification and a minimum of one year relevant teaching experience. Applicants should have a minimum of C1 level English.

Expand+MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)

The MA in TESOL is an internationally recognised qualification in the field of English language education.

- develops the professional competences ess...

Hide-MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)

The MA in TESOL is an internationally recognised qualification in the field of English language education.

- develops the professional competences essential to work in leadership positions within the field

- enables participants critically investigate aspects of own classroom practice in a supportive and developmental environment

- introduces participants to a wide range of academic and professional networks within the field of TESOL

- See our website for more information here: https://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/graduate/

- We are pleased to announce that the Applied Language Centre is now offering 4 competitive Scholarships this year: https://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/graduate/scholarship_tesol/

Programme Outcomes
Apply a critical reflection to a range of language teaching, learning and assessment approaches and adopt theory into practice.

Demonstrate an evidence based understanding of teaching, learning and assessment in TESOL.

Develop a practical approach to research planning and writing skills.

Develop advanced research skills in an area of expertise (language teaching or assessment).

Develop confidence and competence in engaging in and networking with the professional community via conference presentations and workshops.

Develop leadership competencies in teaching, curriculum design, assessment, management, teacher development or materials design.

Foster a deeper understanding of the English language and the classroom implications of teaching applied language skills.

Integrate a range of language teaching, learning and assessment technologies to enhance their students' learning experience.

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Grad Dip TESOL FT