University of St Andrews
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) PgCert
University of St Andrews

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) PgCert and other courses in French Studies at University of St Andrews for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in French Studies.

Overall student satisfaction
92 /100
30 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in languages and area studies

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of French Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £28000 £26500 £31000
25-75 percentile range £25000 - £30000 £21000 - £33500 £24500 - £40500


Salary of all UK Graduates of languages and area studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25685 £24230 £28872
25-75 percentile range £22588 - £29552 £19051 - £31226 £21948 - £38644

Course Description

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.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programmes are run by the International Education Institute.

Highlights

  • Integrate theory and practice – discuss theoretical concepts and frameworks in small groups and in online written forums and apply these through practical assessments.
  • Interact with a global cohort of students, studying both in St Andrews and by distance learning around the world, through module learning activities.
  • Access an optional and supplementary resource bank of material in parallel with your PGT programme to support both your learning and the development of your professional identity.
  • Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the English language teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and the annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.

In each module, you interact online in a weekly written discussion forum (or similar activity) with TESOL students in St Andrews and around the world, providing the opportunity to learn from peers living and working in a wide variety of contexts.

While the programme does not include a teaching placement or practicum, it supports students in exploring how theory can be applied to real-word situations, through:

  • practical learning and assessment tasks
  • materials development activities.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) PgCert at University of St Andrews

25% Skilled trades occupations
15% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Administrative occupations
10% Engineering professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Business and Financial Project Management Professionals
5% Quality and Regulatory Professionals
5% Elementary occupations
5% Engineering professionals
0% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

Grading & Study Time

**Please see the course webpages for guidance:** https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/tesol/

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for French Studies

Recent Graduate Discount: The University of St Andrews offers a 10 percent reduction in postgraduate tuition fees for students who have graduated during the last three years and are now starting a postgraduate programme. Further details on awards are available from our Fees and Funding webpages: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/pg/fees-and-funding/scholarships/taught/
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), PgCert, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Typically, you should have one of the following:

- A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3/4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

  • Significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning (such as professional qualifications or certifications).

Recognition of prior learning

English language requirements

You will need to be proficient in the English language. Information about English language entry requirements for these programmes is available on the university's postgraduate English language requirements page.

Applicants who have not met the English language entry requirements at the point of application may be made offers that are conditional on these requirements being met before enrolment. Offer-holders may then use the University’s Academic English Pre-sessional courses to meet the English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

University Rankings

Positions of University of St Andrews in top UK and global rankings.

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About University of St Andrews

The University of St Andrews is located in the historic county of Fife, Scotland. Teaching at this institution began in the year of 1410, making it one of the oldest universities not just in Scotland, but also in the English-speaking world. St Andrews has repeatedly been ranked among the top universities in the United Kingdom by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, ensuring prospective students that they can expect an experience that satisfies their desire to learn and excel.

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