English Studies and TESOL (with integrated year in industry)
Aberystwyth University
English Studies and TESOL (with integrated year in industry)
Course Summary
If you're passionate about all aspects of English, the BA English Studies and TESOL (with integrated year in industry) at Aberystwyth University could be the course for you. Not only will you study literature across the ages, but you will also analyse the use of language and explore writing for different creative purposes. While gaining practical skills and theoretical knowledge, you will develop your understanding of the English language and language acquisition. Equipped with these skills, you will be all set to teach English as a second language, if that is the path you choose.
The highlight of this course is the Year in Industry (in your third year). This is a wonderful opportunity for you to develop a professional profile prior to returning to your academic study, together with invaluable experience in the workplace and a host of transferable skills. You will return from your Year in Industry with more confidence and the ability to adapt to any situation.
Graduates who have a firm grasp of language, who know how to communicate and can teach others are highly valued by employers all over the world.
**Why English Studies and TESOL (with integrated year in industry) at Aberystwyth University?**
- Aberystwyth is a small town with a big heart and a cosmopolitan outlook. As a vibrant and friendly University, we attract students from all corners of the world, and the intimate atmosphere makes it a great place to get to know people.
- You will be able to indulge your passion for English as you study modules that cover the three broad areas of literature, creative writing and language, with optional modules ranging from The Beginning of the English Language to Contemporary Writing.
- Once you get the core English teaching modules under your belt, you will have the option to take a standalone, International English Centre summer course which will lead to a separate professional qualification – the Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) - in addition to your degree.
- The Year in Industry will enable you to make use of the stand-alone TESOL qualification if you decide to take the summer course. If not, you will spend time in another related area such as publishing, marketing and communications, administration, or research and analysis. Whatever you decide, this experience is invaluable and provides something additional that you can add to your CV to stand out from the crowd when applying for jobs.
- You will benefit from our unique collaborative relationship with Aberystwyth Arts Centre – an on-campus facility that is an excellent resource for staff and students alike – as well as unlimited access to the National Library of Wales (one of the UK’s five copyright libraries).
- You can be confident that whatever career path you choose after graduation, this course will set you up for a successful future.
**What will I learn?**
In each year you will take a small number of core modules that focus on the practical and theoretical aspects of the course. You will also choose from a wide variety of optional modules according to your personal interests and strengths.
In your third year, you will spend a Year in Industry. The related core modules are Work Placement: Evaluations and Developments; Work Placement: Reflections and Contributions.
In your final year, you will take the following core modules: Undergraduate Dissertation or The Writing Project; Materials Development and the Application of Technologies.
**Further Study**
This degree is excellent preparation for postgraduate study, if you choose to continue down an academic track.
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
Q331
Institution code:
A40
Campus Name:
Main Site (Aberystwyth)
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Pass in Access qualification in a relevant subject with Merit in 50% of units at level 3.
Aberystwyth University welcomes the Welsh Baccalaureate as a valuable qualification in its own right and considers completion of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate to be equivalent to an A level grade.
Applicants are selected on their individual merits and offers can vary. We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements, and all qualifications that you have already gained, or are working towards, will be considered when reviewing your application.
We have an inclusive policy which recognises a broad range of qualifications. The entry requirements listed above represent typical offers for some of the most popular qualifications taken by applicants.
If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have previously studied) please contact our Undergraduate Admissions Office (Telephone: +44 (0)1970 622021; Email: ug-admissions@aber.ac.uk) for advice on your eligibility and details of the typical offer you are likely to receive.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
Cambridge English Advanced
Cambridge English Proficiency
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
With minimum 5.5 in each component.
PTE Academic
62.0
With minimum scores of 51 in each component.
TOEFL (iBT)
88.0
With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23.
If you are an international student needing more information about the English Language requirement for your course (e.g. country-specific English Language tests, Partner Institution tests, EU/EEA English Language qualifications where the school curriculum is taught in a native language) please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for further advice.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
75%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9000.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
EU
14300.0
Year 1
International
14300.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.
Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement.
Provider information
Penglais
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
United Kingdom
SY23 3FL
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