English with TESOL

English with TESOL is a degree that combines the academic study of English language, linguistics, and literature with professional preparation for teaching English to speakers of other languages. English as an academic discipline covers literary analysis, the history and structure of the language, and the critical frameworks used to interpret texts and communication. TESOL, which stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, provides the pedagogical theory and practical skills needed to teach English effectively in multilingual and international contexts.

Together, they create a degree with both intellectual depth and direct professional application.

At the University of Bedfordshire, this part-time programme offers the specialised knowledge and practical skills needed to teach English as a second language, while also exploring the English language, linguistics, and literature in depth. You will engage with how language works and how it is acquired, building an understanding that directly informs good teaching practice. The TESOL strand prepares you for work as a teacher of English to learners from a wide range of backgrounds, and the professional qualification it provides is recognised by employers in language schools, educational institutions, and international settings.

It is also relevant to materials developers, TESOL practitioners, and researchers in language teaching and learning. The part-time mode makes the degree accessible to those managing other commitments alongside their studies.

Graduates from English with TESOL programmes teach English in the UK and internationally, working in language schools, universities, further education colleges, the state education sector, and community settings. The TESOL qualification enables work and travel in countries where there is high demand for English language teachers, including throughout Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Many graduates continue to postgraduate study in applied linguistics, TESOL, education, or language testing.

The linguistic and analytical skills of the degree also support careers in translation, communications, publishing, and education policy.