Program Overview
This master's program emphasizes practical skills for teaching English and other languages, offering core modules in language acquisition, classroom theory, and a major project. Students develop their teaching abilities through classroom observation tasks and critical essays, while optional modules provide specialized knowledge in areas like materials design and intercultural communication. The program includes online learning, expert staff support, and career guidance for teaching, materials development, and language policy roles.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Year 1
- Core Modules:
- Major Project for Masters Stage
- Second Language Acquisition
- Classroom Theory and Practice
- Optional Modules:
- Materials and Course Design
- Postgraduate Research Methods
- Communication and Conflict
- Teacher Development and Management
- Foundations of Intercultural Communication
Assessment:
- Portfolios
- Classroom observation tasks
- Critical essays
- Online learning systems
- Expert staff
- Employability Service support
Careers:
- Teaching English and other languages (in the UK and abroad)
- Developing courses, tests, materials, or language policy
Other:
- Students may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship for a 20% fee discount.
- Graduates may pursue further academic study with a research program at ARU, such as the PhD English Language and Linguistics or PhD English Language and Intercultural Communication.
Tuition fees for UK students (2024/25) £10,600 UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) Tuition fees for international students (2024/25) £16,700 International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Entry Requirements:
- A good honours degree (or equivalent), normally in a related subject. Applicants with professional experience are also encouraged to apply.
- If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 6.0) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS 6.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 6.0) or equivalent English Language qualification
