About the course

These courses provide the opportunity to integrate the theory and practice of teaching English to speakers of other languages. They are designed to be useful to both experienced teachers and those considering a career in English language teaching.

　　Master of Science (MSc) - A one-year full-time taught course. The MSc requires you to take eight modules and complete a 15,000-word dissertation.

　　Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) - A nine-month full-time taught course. The PGDip requires you to take eight modules over two semesters. Those on the PGDip do not undertake a dissertation.

　　Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) - A flexible course that can be taken full-time over one semester or part-time over one to two years (subject to visa requirements). The PGCert requires you to take four modules of your choosing. Those on the PGCert do not undertake a dissertation. 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: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 2 (January), 2024	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2024	St. Andrews
Semester 2 (January), 2025	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2025	St. Andrews
Semester 2 (January), 2026	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2026	St. Andrews
Semester 2 (January), 2027	St. Andrews

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of St Andrews

For direct entry to an MSc TESOL programme, you will need an overall score in IELTS (Academic) of 6.5, with a minimum subscore of 6.0 or the equivalent.

　　TOEFL IBT - 90

　　Applications are welcomed from all education systems. A good 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3/4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is typically required in any discipline. The School also consider applications from students who can provide significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning such as professional qualifications or certifications..

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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　　THE World ranking4th / 130

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