Limerick,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) in Limerick Ireland | University of Limerick
University of Limerick
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Limerick Ireland
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
12,502
(c. USD14,514.82)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program is tailored to offer foundational teacher training for individuals aspiring to teach English to non-native speakers (encompassing both English as a Foreign Language, EFL, and English as a Second Language, ESL). The curriculum serves both beginners seeking their first English teaching qualification and seasoned educators looking to enhance their skills or earn an MA-level credential. It also supports both native and non-native English speakers, with specialized modules for those who speak English as an additional language. The program fosters critical thinking about theoretical and practical aspects of language instruction, emphasizing informed teaching practices that bridge theory and real-world classroom applications. Modern methodologies, including language technology and corpus linguistics, play a prominent role across modules. The course carefully balances linguistic theory, teaching methodologies, and educational research. Students can choose to include teaching practice modules, and after completing 60 credits (two semesters), they may graduate early with a Graduate Diploma in TESOL.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
A second or first class honours level primary degree or equivalent professional qualification (Primary degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland).
All candidates will also be required to attend an interview. Where candidates are overseas these may be conducted via telephone or Skype. Candidates who do not meet the above degree/qualification requirements may apply for admission to the degree course. The admission of such applicants would be exceptional and would be subject to the applicant's interview and the approval of the Course Director and course team. In such cases, equivalent prior professional experience will be considered.
Applicants' qualification for entry to some of the modules, e.g. Teaching Practice modules, will be ascertained on the basis of demonstrated language proficiency, prior teaching qualification/s and teaching experience. This will initially be done at interview stage, and electives for Semester 2 will be decided in consultation with course team by the end of Semester 1.
International students require an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) composite score in the range of 6.5 - 7 and not less than 6 in any one component, as for entry to all programmes in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences.
Please note that places on the programme are offered on the basis of all the above, viz. qualifications, performance at interview, language proficiency level (if applicable) as well as candidates' references given in the application form.
What to Include with your Application
Qualification transcripts and/or certificates (including certified English translations if applicable)
A one page supporting statement
References x 2 - Academic and/or professional
A copy of your birth certificate (long document)
If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
• English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
AND
• English language competency certificate
 
Tuition
EUR
12,502