Overview

Step into a global career with our innovative and immersive Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) MA programme at King's College London. Whether you're just beginning your journey as an English language teacher or you are a practising teacher or applied linguist looking to widen and deepen your expertise, this programme offers a rich blend of academic rigour, hands on experience, and professional development. The programme is uniquely integrated with the Cambridge CELTA, the gold standard in practical English language teaching qualifications. This rare combination means you graduate with two internationally recognised qualifications, setting you apart in a competitive field.

Key benefits

  • Gain hands-on teaching practice and learn how to teach in real classes with real students, with lesson planning and delivery to multilingual learners under expert supervision at King’s College London and International House London.
  • Work with teacher trainers/educators and acknowledged specialists in the field of TESOL and Applied Linguistics.
  • Study in a research-informed curriculum, designed to develop critical thinking, professional insight, and reflective teaching practice.
  • Get the opportunity to carry out an independent research project through a substantial dissertation on a topic of professional and/or intellectual interest.
  • Take advantage of our flexible learning pathways through a wide range of optional modules to tailor the programme to your interests and goals.
  • Get support with your academic writing through departmental academic literacy sessions, online study materials, and access to 1-to-1 support from College academic skills tutors. Build your digital literacy and AI awareness to navigate the evolving landscape of language education.
  • Get ready for a global career. As graduates, you will have the knowledge base and practical confidence to teach in diverse educational settings worldwide. Benefit from the expertise and guidance of our careers advisors and extensive network of ELT professionals and alumni both during and beyond your stay at King’s.
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We learned innovative teaching methods that we put to use in the CELTA teaching practice at International House London. As we received immediate and personalised feedback from qualified teacher trainers, we could refine our practice and strengthen our teaching skills.
Kelly, TESOL MA student
KellyKelly, TESOL MA

Course essentials

The course is primarily taught at the King’s College Waterloo Campus. Our Waterloo Campus is situated next to London’s South Bank Centre which includes the National Film Theatre, British Film Institute (BFI), Royal Festival Hall, Hayward Gallery and the National Theatre. Covent Garden and the West End are only a short walk away, as is Shakespeare’s Globe.

The School is based in the Waterloo Bridge Wing of the Franklin-Wilkins Building, with all the facilities offered by the university easily available. The on-site library and computing facilities are readily accessible together with the opportunity to use the University of London library at Senate House.

Most of the learning for this degree takes place at the Waterloo Campus, although please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select. Teaching practice takes place at International House London in the Covent Garden area of London, which is a short walk from the Waterloo Campus.

Key Information

Course type:

Master's

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Duration:

One year full-time, September to September

Credit value:

UK 180 / ECTS 90-97.5

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Administrative bodies

Regulating body

Application closing date guidance

Base campus

Waterloo - students walking

Waterloo Campus

Our Waterloo campus is home to the Florence Nightingale Faculty Nursing & Midwifery, and a vibrant hub for health, social science, and law students. Located moments from the iconic landmarks of South Bank and just a short walk to the Stand campus.