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MA English Language Teaching (Distance Learning)

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This MA in English Language Teaching (Distance Learning) offers a global, intercultural approach to the field, designed for both experienced teachers and those new to the profession. As one of the first distance learning…

Tuition
£8,000/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep, Jan
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 12 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This MA in English Language Teaching (Distance Learning) offers a global, intercultural approach to the field, designed for both experienced teachers and those new to the profession. As one of the first distance learning courses of its kind in London, it provides the flexibility to balance your studies with existing commitments. You will explore the latest trends and findings in applied linguistics, TESOL, and ELT, developing critical perspectives on language, culture, and identity in diverse educational contexts. The course is highly applied, ensuring you gain practical insights that enhance your confidence and professional employability. You will benefit from the expertise of research-active lecturers who are members of the British Association for Applied Linguistics. Support is provided through online discussion groups, dedicated module workbooks, and direct communication with module leaders. Whether you are looking to advance your career in the UK or internationally, this course equips you with the analytical tools and practical skills necessary to excel in modern language teaching environments.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Unspecified

Issues in Language Learning: An Intercultural Approach20 Credits
Language Testing and Assessment20 Credits
Linguistics and Language Teaching: The Description of Language and its Pedagogic Applications20 Credits
Patterns in Global Sociolinguistics20 Credits
Teaching Languages Dissertation60 Credits
The Multilingual Classroom20 Credits
Understanding the Language Classroom20 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
12 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 12 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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