Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Specialism in English for Academic Purposes
University of St AndrewsTeaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with Specialism in English for Academic Purposes PgCert is a postgraduate degree at University of St Andrews, based in St Andrews, taught full-time over 0.5 years.
About this course
The TESOL with a Specialism in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course gives students the opportunity to integrate the theory and practice of teaching English to speakers of other languages, with a particular focus on teaching academic English.
EAP is a growing discipline, and English is considered the lingua franca of academia. There is a strong need for evidence-based training and development in the practical teaching skills needed for this diverse and dynamic field.
As part of this course, you will be able to develop knowledge and skills in academic discourses, materials design and assessment of EAP.
Careers
A specialism in EAP opens up possibilities to work as an EAP tutor, course designer or assessment specialist.
Study Options
This course is available in 3 study options:
Duration: 0.5 Years
Qualification: PgCert
Location: St Andrews
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: PgCert
Location: St Andrews
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: PgCert
Location: St Andrews
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 0.5 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- St Andrews
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Teaching
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ