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Applied Linguistics and TESOL at University of Leicester

Applied Linguistics and TESOL at University of Leicester
Course Duration 1 Years
Course Intake September, January
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Course Level Postgraduate
Tution Fees £ 17,450
English Language Requirment
IELTS 7.0
TOEFL 100
PTE 68

The MA in Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is aimed at graduate teachers and other English Language Teaching professionals with at least two years' English language teaching experience who wish to further their academic and professional development.

This degree will provide you with:

  • A critical understanding of key issues and debates in many areas of applied linguistics and of how these relate to English Language Teaching.
  • A body of knowledge that will enhance your ability to undertake language teaching at a range of levels in different cultural and institutional contexts.
  • The ability to reflect, analyse and critically evaluate language teaching and learning concepts and theories, and to understand and examine the assumptions underlying different classroom practices.
  • The skills to undertake effective practitioner research in your specific area of interest.

You will also benefit from our active involvement in research in different areas of Applied Linguistics and TESOL.

If you take the two ‘Language Testing and Assessment’ modules and choose a language testing topic for your Dissertation, you will be awarded an MA in Applied Linguistics and TESOL with Language Testing’.

University of Leicester Cost of Attendance

The estimated fee payable by international students for the 2020/2021 academic session is presented on the table below:

Fees Undergraduate (GBP) Postgraduate (GBP)
Tuition Fee 14000 19,400 – 21,515
Rent 4,830 4,830
Food 1,750 1,750
Utilities (gas, electric, water) 525 525
Course costs(books & copying) 420 420
Travel 1,200 1,200
Personal 1,400 1,400
Total 28,125 – 32,125 29,525 – 30,925

Note: The above-listed fees are just estimated as the actual amount may be lower or higher than what is listed above.

University of Leicester Application Process

University of Leicester welcomes applications from both EU and non-EU students. There might be additional requirements for international student admissions. Also, specific courses have their own requirements. The standard admission process has been described below.

How to Apply?

The steps to be followed while applying for admission to the University of Leicester are as follows:

Application Fees: 25 GBP for applying through UCAS; Postgraduate application is free for almost all courses. Some postgraduate courses require an application fee.

Application Deadline: UG applicants: UCAS application deadline – June 30; Medicine and Dentistry programs – October 15; PG applicants – Varies according to program

Entry Requirements: The entry requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate applicants must be fulfilled before applying:

  • Undergraduate:
    • Completed the standard XII by the ICSE/CBSE, or another recognized state exam board, with at least 75% overall or higher depending on the course.
    • Undergraduate applicants with incomplete entry requirements can apply for an International Foundation Program which provides academic support to help applicants progress to his/her chosen undergraduate degree at the University.
  • Postgraduate: A Bachelor's degree with a First class classification and an average of at least 60/75% (depending on the chosen course).

Supporting Documents: The following documents must be submitted at the time of admission:

  • Official high school or college/ university transcripts/certificates
  • Degree certificates
  • References
  • Personal Letter
  • Program-specific requirements
  • English Language Test
  • Resume
  • Passport details

English Language Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language but providing English language test results. The minimum test scores required are:

Test Minimum Requirements
IELTS 5.5
TOEFL-IBT 17 (listening); 18 (reading); 20 (speaking); 17 (writing)
PTE 51
CAE 162
CPE 162
Cambridge ESOL Pass
University of Leicester Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate £ 18,580
Postgraduate  19,610
University of Leicester Cost Per Year
Overall cost of living £ 11,940
Campus accommodation £ 5,210
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.
University of Leicester English score required
IELTS Undergraduate 6.5
IELTS Postgraduate 6.5
TOEFL Undergraduate 88
TOEFL Postgraduate 88
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme.
University of Leicester University Contact Details
University of Leicester Address
University Rd,Leicester University Rd LE1 7RH
University of Leicester Email
vv20@le.ac.uk
University of Leicester Phone
+91 (0)44 4352 2078