About the course

Large numbers of people need help to improve their English language, literacy and employability skills. If you have a bachelor?s degree along with English skills at Level 3 and a passion for communication, this nationally-recognised master?s level qualification opens the door to teaching and assessing learners aged 14 and over. Good verbal and written English skills are associated with access to better jobs and higher pay as well as better overall health, happiness and wellbeing. If you are seeking a career helping people aged 14 and over to gain these skills, whether they are native English speakers or learning English as a second language, this course is ideal. This PGCE (M) course is 135 credits at master's level (HE7), demonstrating your ability to work independently at a high level in the field of education. 90 credits at HE7 can be transferred to a full master's award, depending on the specialist masters pathway.

　　Including two English specialisms ? Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) ? this course explores the key theories and techniques of teaching, learning and assessment. Using a combination of traditional study and work-based learning, we?ll support you as you discover how to apply this knowledge in practice. Teaching placements are key to this and offer you experience supporting learning of both English and ESOL up to Level 2 (GCSE standard). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£13,550

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Bolton
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Bolton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Bolton

You should have at least a lower second class (2.2) honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject and have appropriate work experience.

　　If you have a third class honours degree, your application will be considered on an individual basis.

　　If your qualifications aren’t from a recognised UK education institution, advice will be taken from the International Office on comparability.

　　IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent).

　　TOEFL (ibt) - an overall score of 80 for Postgraduate including 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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Application deadline:

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　　120th / 130

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