English Language and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) BA (Hons)
Course Code
UCAS Code: QX31
International Code: AHU030
Location
Coventry University (Coventry)
Study mode
Full-time
Sandwich
Duration
3 years full-time
4 years full-time with study abroad / professional placement
Flexible part-time
Start date
September 2022
Course overview
Study level: Undergraduate
Teaching English as a foreign language can be fun, challenging, hugely rewarding, and can enable you to see the world and meet new people.
- You will have opportunities to develop skills through authentic teaching practice, teaching English to young learners (primary and secondary), and teaching English online.
- This course can equip you with vital skills in English language, linguistics and practical teaching so you can provide an immersive and engaging educational experience.
- There are opportunities for working with charities and NGOs in the developing parts of the world, and there are also opportunities in the UK, as more and more people come from around the world to study, work and live here.
- Graduates from this course have gone on to teach in China, Thailand, Spain, Italy, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia and South Korea – as well as in the UK.

Global Ready
An international outlook, with global opportunities
Teaching excellence
Taught by lecturers who are experts in their field
Employability
Career ready graduates, with the skills to succeedWhy you should study this course
Our course provides you with the opportunity for the following:
- Upon successful completion, gain a teaching qualification by the end of the second year: Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) or the Cambridge Assessment English accredited Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT). These qualifications allow you to apply for positions in particular countries overseas or in the UK as an English language teacher.
- Develop a thorough grounding in English language and linguistics, critical thinking, and skills in analytical, written and spoken communication, which is key in almost any career.
- We currently have significant links with a wide variety of employers such as secondary schools, magazines, newspapers and local charities, many of whom may offer professional experience opportunities.
- Gain authentic experience of teaching learners of English. A large component of the assessment in Year Two is centred on teaching practice with learners attending specially arranged classes at the university. In addition, in Year Two you will have the opportunity to try teaching online, and in Year Three.
- Apply for a year’s work placement for an optional enhancement year, which has led previous students to work as English teachers with the British Council in Spain and France or at partner universities in China, for example.
Accreditation and Professional Recognition

Cambridge Assessment English
This course has been designed in line with the criteria for accreditation by Cambridge Assessment English, which enables students to gain the award of a Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) or the Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) at the end of the second year subject to meeting specific criteria.
This course (including modules 5030HUM and 5031HUM) is accredited by Cambridge English Language Assessment. If the accreditation of this course and/or the modules on this course change, we would seek to notify applicants and students as soon as possible.
I have developed skills such as: leadership, patience, team-building and the ability to improvise and adapt to different situations outside of my comfort zone. Definitely seize the opportunity, it is life changing.

What you'll study
We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
How you'll learn
Coventry was one of the first UK universities to embed Cambridge Assessment English teaching qualifications into the second year of study. Students who achieve a result in TEFL above the average grade in their first year, and meet our own criteria, are given the opportunity to study for the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA). Students who do not achieve the above result and do not meet the criteria can opt for the Cambridge Assessment English accredited Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT).
Your course will be taught through lectures, seminars and practical workshop classes. For example, you could investigate various linguistic phenomena in a corpus of texts. In addition, your personal tutor will review and discuss your progress with you (upon request) and will be available for advice.
Our excellent industry links enable us to host an exciting programme of guest speakers covering topics such as the impact of the internet and social media on language and how it is used. Please note, guest speakers are subject to availability and change.
Your weekly teaching practice sessions gives members of the local community the opportunity to improve their English language skills. Some of these members currently come to us through our Coventry Refugee and Migrant Centre connections, while others are people who’ve come to live, work and study in Coventry. You’ll also have the opportunity to go on exciting fieldtrips*. Past trips have included visits to the Language Show Live in London, the Harry Potter Studios and the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry.
Assessment
Assessment methods include:
- essays
- reports
- critical commentaries
- oral/poster presentations
- blog/vlog/online forum posts
- digital tests and portfolios
- teaching practice.
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Job ready
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Apply acquired knowledge and skills in language teaching and linguistics to be an effective teacher of English in the communities you go on to work in.
- Use your understanding of theories of language learning and pedagogy to evaluate, select and adapt teaching materials in order to meet learners’ needs.
- Utilise digital tools and technologies to create bespoke materials in offline and online formats that enhance both classroom-based and online teaching and learning.
- Communicate effectively in professional, academic and social contexts, and across a range of mediums including in person, on paper and online.
- Step into a range of roles that complements your aspirations. Whether that is related to post-graduate study, employment in teaching or working in creative, business or digital industries.
- Meet challenges with confidence in the skills, resourcefulness and professionalism you have developed over the course.
International experience opportunities
This course is focused on supporting your skills development so you are able to teach English all over the world. Our curriculum explores a range of different cultures and contexts through modules such as Language and Globalisation and Language and Society.
You will be given opportunities to engage with international students at home and abroad through online projects with students at international partner universities, and in person through field trips abroad.
We strongly encourage you to broaden your theoretical, cultural and practical references, and we provide opportunities for you to live, study and work abroad on a placement year. For example, you can study English at Limoges in France, or teach English in Spain or China.
There are volunteering schemes available were you can mentor overseas students in Coventry and be their ‘English buddy’. You may also be able to attend scholarly talks by overseas visitors, which have previously included academics from China, France and Spain. We also offer a range of short visits and field trips abroad*. Recent field trips have included a visit to Spain to meet students who had collaborated with Coventry University students on an online project.
You can enjoy a whole host of cultural and multilingual activities, such as the international film club and the French and Spanish conversation clubs. You can also learn another language through the university’s Add+Vantage Scheme or the World Languages programme.
Entry requirements
Fees and funding
2022/23 Tuition fees
Student | Full time | Part time |
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UK | £9,250 per year | Not available |
International | £15,300 per year | Not available |
For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see The University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.
We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.
Facilities

Building Redevelopment
We are currently in the process of a major redevelopment of our Faculty of Arts and Humanities buildings. The building will be open to the public, as well as students, and will feature an expansive gallery space.

The Library
You will benefit from our support designed to help you succeed and our industry-relevant teaching and resources. These include our modern library and computing facilities, dedicated careers advice and Students’ Union.

Confucius Institute
The School of Humanities is home to the Confucius Institute. This is a collaboration created through a partnership with Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics, which aims to promote an understanding of the Chinese language and culture.
Careers and opportunities
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be in a position to start applying immediately to a range of potential employers, including commercial language schools, education and development organisations, government departments, multinational companies, The British Council and a whole host of international volunteer organisations and NGOs.
Alternatively, if you decide not to teach, successfully completing this course should have prepared you for any career that involves the use of language and particularly those professions where communication dominates: the media and cultural industries, primary and secondary education, public relations, marketing and advertising.
Our Talent Team is on hand to offer tailored career and enterprise support if you wish to gain employment or take advantage of professional practice opportunities within course-specific industries. Our dedicated enterprise officers also offer valuable assistance on how to begin as a freelancer/entrepreneur.
Where our graduates work
Recent graduates of the course have gone on to work for language service providers abroad as well as in the UK, and some have trained as school teachers through Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) programmes. After two years of successful full-time teaching experience, you may wish to consider the opportunity to take the higher level Diploma in English Language Teaching (DELTA) or an MA course in English Language Teaching.
Further study
You can choose to continue your studies at Coventry University with the English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics MA. You may be entitled to an alumni discount on your fees if you decide to extend your time with us by progressing from undergraduate to postgraduate study
The English panel and principal were happy with my performance! I just want to say thank you to the teaching staff at Coventry – I used the teaching techniques and tips that they taught me during the lessons that were not common in Hong Kong; the principal was surprised that I was able to carry out different language activities even though I haven't studied PGCE.

How to apply
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UK Students
Full-time students applying to start in September should apply for this course through UCAS. Part-time students should apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.
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International Students
Full-time students applying to start in September should apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.
How to applyFor further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.
You can also download our International guide which contains lots of useful information about our courses, accommodation and tips for travel.
Get in touch with us today for further advice and guidance.
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Disclaimer
Student Contract
By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. A copy of the 2021/22 Contract can be found here. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.
Tuition fees
The tuition fee for the course that is stated on the course webpage and in the prospectus for the first year of study will apply. We will review our tuition fees each year. For UK and EU students, if Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, we may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation. Following the UK’s exit from the European Union, EU students should be aware that there may be a change to UK laws following the UK’s exit, this may change their student status, their eligibility to study part time, and/or their eligibility for student finance. We will act in accordance with the UK’s laws in force in relation to student tuition fees and finance from time to time.
For International students the tuition fee that is stated on the course webpage and in the prospectus for the first year of study will apply. We will review our tuition fees each year. For international students, we may increase fees for each subsequent year of study but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation.
Accreditations
The majority of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships shall be renewed in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.
Facilities
Facilities mentioned on this page may not be relevant for every course. Due to the ongoing restrictions relating to COVID-19, some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) and some non-academic offerings (particularly in relation to international experiences), may vary from those advertised and may have reduced availability or restrictions on their use.
Placements and study abroad opportunities
Please note that we are unable to guarantee any placement or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (e.g. travel, visas and accommodation etc.), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the requirements in this regard, please contact the International Office for further details if you are an EU or International student.
Additional costs
This course may incur additional costs associated with any field trips, placements or work experience, study abroad opportunities or any other opportunity (whether required or optional), which could include (but is not limited to), equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas).