The MA TESOL programme will provide you with the opportunity to develop both a scholarly and practical understanding of the field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
The programme is suitable for (current/future) language teachers, teacher trainers, educational materials writers and test designers who wish to further develop their range of professional skills and knowledge.
You will study in a dynamic, international environment with students from around the world and learn from highly experienced academic staff.
Why should I study TESOL at XJTLU?
Study in an international environment with academic staff and students from around the world
Benefit from XJTLU’s location of Suzhou, one of the most economically and culturally vibrant places in China
Earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
Knowledge and skills
By the time you graduate from the MA TESOL, you will have:
an advanced understanding of key issues, theories and practices in the field of English language teaching and the connections between theory and practice
a sound knowledge of language in context and the ability to explore the implications of language analysis for teaching purposes
an understanding of current methodology as it is embodied in classroom practice
the ability to engage with theories underlying current views on language learning, including the importance of individual differences amongst learners in their abilities and learning preferences
skills to conduct academic research
the ability to integrate technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) into your language teaching
