This module will consider the different systems of the English language (phonology, grammar, lexis, discourse) and equip course participants with the skills needed to analyze language for teaching purposes. A corpus-based approach to language education is highlighted together with explorations of how it can be used to enhance language awareness. The module will place emphasis on the use of pedagogic grammars and adopts a systemic-functional approach to the study of spoken and written language.
This module provides course participants with an overview of the main principles and practices which have developed in the field of TESOL. It focuses on developing participants’ understanding and knowledge of teaching and learning processes in the context of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and enables course participants to identify and evaluate ‘good practice’ in their own teaching and learning context. This is especially important in the most recent ‘post-method’ era, when, increasingly teachers of EFL/ESL are expected to produce bespoke language courses for their students.
The module is concerned with the production of a 15-20k word dissertation. Supervision takes place on a one-to-one basis. The dissertation may be composed of a literature review, systematic review, meta-analysis, secondary data analysis or an empirical study in an area of educational research.
Entrance requirements
Graduate
Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject discipline. Closing date: Friday 25th June 2027 at 4pm Late application may be considered Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.
English Language Requirements
Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. *Taken within the last 2 years.
International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes.
For more information on English Language requirements for EEA and non-EEA nationals see: www.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs .