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ChatGPT - TELME Erasmus Mundus Master programme

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Everything you’ve always wanted to know about the TELME Erasmus Mundus Master programme

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TELME – TEaching foreign Languages in a Multicultural Environment (Erasmus Mundus International Master)

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An increasing number of teaching environments are becoming multicultural, requiring new sets of skills on the part of teachers. Furthermore, both the professional world and the associative field are looking for a new profile of teachers, capable of opening up to the challenges of multi-cultural and…

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Major Subject and Master's Programme

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Major subject - German Language and Literature

Students of German Language and Literature will become experts in language and culture, both in a contemporary and historical context. The studies with provide you with proficiency in the German language, both in terms of general language use and language for special purposes (jargon), advanced insights into the German grammar and practice, as well as the morphological and syntactic structures of German. In addition, you will learn about German culture, history and society, and their relation with the language. You will also gain insights into German literature and the concepts, methods and theories used in literary studies, which will enable you to analyse various types of text materials in a systematic manner.

If you study German Language and Literature as a major subject, you will choose whether to take general studies, the subject teacher line or a specialisation in language and economics. In general studies, you can freely select your minor subjects, while students in the subject teacher line will study Education as their long minor subject, often in combination with another teaching subject. Students specialising in language and economics will specialise in corporate and business communication and take Business Administration as a minor subject. All students will do some form of language practice, either as an exchange student or by working in a German-speaking country. German Language and Literature may even be studied as a minor subject by students majoring in other subjects.

As with teaching, research also deals with various perspectives on the structure, functions and evolution of the language as well as its cultural dimension and multimedia aspects. It focuses on, for example, different types of texts, various forms of media, the interaction between text and visual elements, development within various genres, spoken language, language and gender, language and age, the historical development of the language, language for special purposes (jargon), online language, language learning and development, as well as the language in literature.

Over the course of several years, research in German Language and Literature has been conducted within a large European network of researchers, known as Europäische Kulturen in der Wirtschaftskommunitation - European Culture in Business and Corporate Communication. The network brings experts from various fields of research together within the framework of shared projects. Our doctoral students are thus provided with a network of established international contacts within various research areas and publication opportunities in a dedicated scientific series published by an international publishing company.

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German Language and Literature | Åbo Akademi University

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Major subject - German Language and Literature Students of German Language and Literature will become experts in language and culture, both in a contemporary and historical context. The studies with provide you with proficiency in the German language, both in terms of general language use and language for special purposes (jargon), advanced insights into the German grammar and practice, as well as the morphological and syntactic structures of German.

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Master's programme (structure, French as major)

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Master's programme (structure, French as major)

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Major subject - French Language and Literature

As a world language, French is the official language in 29 countries and is spoken by 279 million people all over the world. In addition to strong, practical language proficiency, studies in French will provide you with expertise in French linguistics and cultural and literary knowledge. Linguistics will provide you with the fundamental concepts for understanding and describing language and linguistic phenomena. You will gain a multifaceted understanding of the French-speaking culture by studying French society as well as the French-speaking world at large. French language literature and its literary history will provide you with even deeper insights into the culture.

As a French Language and Literature student, you will choose either general studies, the study line for subject teachers or specialisation in language and economics. Students in general studies can freely combine various minor subjects to broaden their humanities education. Students in the study line for subject teachers will study pedagogy as their long minor and a special course in the teaching of French and another teaching subject. Students specialising in language and economics will study Business Administration as their minor subject. All students will do some form of language practice, either as an exchange student or by working in a French-speaking country. French Language and Literature can also be studied as a minor subject.

In the subject French Language and Literature, the most important areas of research are syntax and semantics in modern French, text linguistics, contemporary French literature, migration literature, the globalisation of literature, literature of the 17th century and travelogues.

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French Language and Literature | Åbo Akademi University

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Major subject - French Language and Literature As a world language, French is the official language in 29 countries and is spoken by 279 million people all over the world. In addition to strong, practical language proficiency, studies in French will provide you with expertise in French linguistics and cultural and literary knowledge.

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Master's programme (structure, English as major)

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Master's programme (structure, English as major)

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Major subject - English Language and Literature

Expertise in English involves much more than the ability to express oneself fluently in the language. As a student of English Language and Literature you will also study linguistics, literature and society. Linguistics introduces you to the fundamental concepts for understanding and describing language and linguistic phenomena, including language use, linguistic expressions and language attitudes, language learning and the history of the English language. In studies of literature, you will gain knowledge of literature in English and its history along with insights into the methods and terminology of literary criticism and scholarship. In studying society, you learn about the diversity of people, ways of life, values and identities, as well as the changing nature of political and social institutions, primarily in Great Britain and the United States. In this way, you will gain an understanding of the close relationship between the language and its social context.

At the BA (Bachelor of Arts) level, studies in English Language and Literature are the same for all students. At the MA (Master of Arts) level, you can choose between four different tracks. In the English Language and Literature Specialist Track you have access to a wide variety of choices and your studies are almost entirely in English. In the Combined Specialist Track you include a minor subject or elective studies in a variety of combinations in your degree. In the Teaching Track, or subject teacher line, you take a special course on language learning within your major subject, while your minor subject will consist of pedagogical studies. In the Professional Communication Track, you focus on organisational communication in English and choose courses in economics for the rest of your degree. In addition, all students complete a period of language practice in an English-speaking country, for instance as an exchange student or in a job.

Linguistic research is concerned with investigating the structure, functions, variation and evolution of the English language from a variety of perspectives. It focuses on, for example: various types of texts; spoken language and dialects; language and gender; language and identity; linguistic minorities and multilingualism; the historical development of the language; language for special purposes (jargon); online language; language acquisition and development; and the language of fiction.

Literary research examines genres and texts from various periods and geographical regions in the English-speaking world. It may deal with the social, historical or biographical aspects of texts, or explore the complex relationship between text, author and reader from various theoretical perspectives.

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English Language and Literature | Åbo Akademi University

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Major subject - English Language and Literature Expertise in English involves much more than the ability to express oneself fluently in the language. As a student of English Language and Literature you will also study linguistics, literature and society.

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MA in Applied Linguistics International

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The Graduate Diploma/Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics (International) is a one-year taught programme and is offered on a full-time basis using a combination of faculty-student contact hours and self-directed learning and research. The MA is about exploring language in use in a wide variety of real-world situations and contexts (education, politics and wider society). The MA has a strong international focus both in practical terms with the possibility of an overseas semester, as well as advanced language options in English as a Foreign Language, French, German, Spanish (all languages may not run each year), and in theoretical terms reflecting faculty research interest in language and globalisation.

Autumn Semester
Spring Semester Summer Semester

Core Modules

Applied Linguistics

Research Methodologies

Language and Inclusion in Organisations​

Electives - Choose 2 from the following:

Language Systems 1

Materials Development for Language Teaching

English Language Proficiency 1 & Academic Literacies for International Postgraduate Studies

Second Language Acquisition (French)

The French Language Today

German-Irish Cultural Constructions

Spanish in the Contemporary World

Sociolinguistics of Spanish

Professional Language Use for Language Teachers

Varieties in English

Translation Studies: Theories and Applications

SLA Theories and Classroom Applicationsion in Organisations

Core Modules

External Academic Placement

External Academic Placement Project

or

Electives - Choose 2 from the following:

Language Systems 2

Language Pedagogy for ELT

English Language Proficiency 2 & Academic Literacies for International Postgraduate Students

Professional Language Use for Language Teachers 2

ICT and Language Studies

German Translation

Spanish Translation

Culture and the Market

Sociolinguistics of Irish Media

French Translation

Research Dissertation in the area of
Applied Linguistics
(15,000-20,000 words) for
students taking the MA

or

Applied Linguistics International Praxis

Content of modules can be found by using the search option on the book of modules
Key features

Option to spend the second semester on external academic placement with a partner institution abroad, gaining valuable international experience.

Opportunity to gain career development skills.

Advanced proficiency and academic writing modules to enable international students to enhance their English skills.

Option for language graduates to continue with the study of one or two languages to a very high level.

Wide range of options to allow students to tailor their choice of electives to particular pathways, e.g. teaching, translation, sociolinguistics or language and technology.

Option to do an international praxis semester (12-week internship or placement) or a traditional dissertation in the summer semester.

An undergraduate degree at 2.2 honours level (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland or international equivalent) in an appropriate subject (languages, linguistics, media, communication, English are particularly welcomed, but applications from suitably qualified candidates from other disciplines will also be considered). An interview may form part of the selection process for all applicants. This will be done in person if possible or alternatively via Skype or video conferencing where the candidate is not available and cannot attend an interview.

Candidates who do not meet these criteria may apply for admission to the MA in Applied Linguistics (International) programme as recognised prior learning may be taken into account. The admission of such applicants would be exceptional and would be subject to the approval of the Course Director and the Course Board. Places on the programme will be offered on the basis of the above, viz. qualifications, performance and interview, language proficiency level (if applicable).
What to Include with your Application:

Qualification transcripts and certificates

English language qualification if English is not your first language

Certified English translations of your transcripts/certificates where the originals are in a language other than English.

A copy of your birth certificate or passport

A one page supporting statement

English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet one of the criteria below (no longer than two years prior to application):

Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:

Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved

Irish Leaving Certificate English -Ordinary Level Grade D or above

TOEFL - 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)

IELTS - Minimum score of 6.5* with no less than 6 in any one component

English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) - Grade C1

GCE 'O' level English Language/GCSE English Language - Grade C or above

Cambridge Assessment English -Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English Grade B

GCE Examination Boards - Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations - Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate - School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council - School Certificate Pass 1-6

Results in examinations other than those listed above may also be accepted as meeting our English language requirements. Contact the International Education Division for advice.

Career Prospects

Students graduating from this course will be equipped to follow a number of career paths. These include: teaching at various levels (including university), school management, business, publishing, materials' development, adult education and support, further study to PhD level.

Students pursue careers in the following areas:

Teaching at various levels

School management

Translation

Business, linguistic consultancy

Publishing Materials' development

Graduate Testimonials

Marta Fortes-Saez, MA Applied Linguistics graduate, Class of 2018-19 "If you like languages and you are interested in learning a lot about not only how to teach a language but how language works, how it works in politics, in society, the power of language. It's just amazing. This MA is open to the importance of language in society, more than I ever could have imagined."

​ Mark Ryan, MA Applied Linguistics graduate and, Class of 2014-15 and current PHD candidate at the School of Modern Langauges and Applied Linguistics at the University of Limerick."Over the course of my BA in Applied Languages and MA in Applied Linguistics, both of which I completed at UL, I developed an encouraging network, comprising of teachers and fellow students. Returning to UL affords me the opportunity to preserve and foster these relationships which have been enriching thus far. My supervisors and teachers have always encouraged me and equipped me with the tools to engage with my particular research interests in a meaningful way - this is invaluable in my opinion."

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The Graduate Diploma/Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics (International) is a one-year taught programme and is offered on a full-time basis using a combination of faculty-student contact hours and self-directed learning and research. The MA is about exploring language in use in a wide variety of real-world situations and contexts (education, politics and wider society).

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MA TESOL UL

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Course Code: MATESOTFAD

Available: Full- Time

Duration: 1 Year

Course Type: Taught

This MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) has been designed specifically with the aim of providing initial teacher education for those wishing to become teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL; this takes in English as a Foreign Language, EFL, and English as a Second Language, ESL). The programme is designed to accommodate participants in search of an initial English language teaching qualification, as well as experienced English language teachers who wish to upskill and/or gain an MA level qualification. The programme encourages participants to develop and reflect upon their understanding of the various theoretical and practical issues that impact upon the field of language teaching. It places particular emphasis on the notion of informed and critical teaching and the need for teachers to mediate between theory and practice in constructing pedagogies according to specific teaching and learning contexts. In line with the most recent approaches in the field, language technology and, particularly, corpus-based approaches to the study and description of language, feature strongly in our modules. A balance is maintained throughout the course between linguistic content, pedagogic content, and teaching-related research. Participants have the opportunity to complete one or two modules of teaching practice as part of the programme. After completing the two taught semesters of the programme (60 credits), participants may opt to exit the programme at the end of Semester 2 with a Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Oblectives

To equip graduates with a professional qualification in the area of ESOL.

To enable students to acquire the knowledge, range of capabilities, experiences and qualities that are required for the teaching profession.

To develop students' understanding of the language-learning process and a critical awareness of associated pedagogies.

To provide students with the necessary skills to carry out research in the area of ESOL.

To afford the opportunity to develop skills in areas of pedagogic practice relevant in contemporary educational systems internationally, for example, new technologies and materials development.

Autumn Semester

Spring Semester

Summer Semester

Core Modules

L15931 Language Systems 1

TE6011 SLA Theories and Classroom Applications

RM6011 Research Methodology in Applied Language Studies

Electives

TP5921 Teaching Practice 1

L16011 Materials Development

TE6021 Professional Language Use for Teachers 1

AW6001 Academic Literacies for International PG Students 1

TESOL in Blended Learning Environments

Core Modules

LI5922 Language Systems 2

TE6012 Language Pedagogy for ELT

L16012 Linguistics for Language Teaching

Electives

TP5912 Teaching Practice 2

L16002 ICT and Language StudiesTESOL Praxis

TE6022 Professional Langauge Use for Teachers 2

AW 6002 Academic Literacies for International PG Students 2

Core Modules

TE6001 Dissertation 1 (Process)

TE6002 Dissertationn2 (Product)

TESOL Praxis

Note
'Neither the University of Limerick nor the School of LLCC guarantee the availability of any particular elective module or elective module stream. All elective modules or elective module streams are subject to restrictions such as scheduling and resources. Not all elective modules or elective module streams may be available to candidates. Please contact School of LLCC before registering as to the availability of elective modules or elective module streams.'

Content of modules can be found by using the search option on the book of modules.

A second or first class honours level primary degree or equivalent professional qualification (Primary degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland).

All candidates will also be required to attend an interview. Where candidates are overseas these may be conducted via telephone or Skype. Candidates who do not meet the above degree/qualification requirements may apply for admission to the degree course. The admission of such applicants would be exceptional and would be subject to the applicant's interview and the approval of the Course Director and course team. In such cases, equivalent prior professional experience will be considered.

Applicants' qualification for entry to some of the modules, e.g. TP and Materials Development modules, will be ascertained on the basis of demonstrated language proficiency, prior teaching qualification/s and teaching experience. This will initially be done at interview stage, and electives for Semester 2 will be decided in consultation with course team by the end of Semester 1.

International students require an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) composite score in the range of 6.5 - 7 and not less than 6 in any one component, as for entry to all programmes in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences.

Please note that places on the programme are offered on the basis of all the above, viz. qualifications, performance at interview, language proficiency level (if applicable) as well as candidates' references given in the application form.
What to Include with your Application

Qualification transcripts and/or certificates (including certified English translations if applicable)

English language qualification(s) (if English is not your first language)

A one page supporting statement

References x 2 - Academic and/or professional

A copy of your birth certificate (long document)

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet one of the criteria below (no longer than two years prior to application):

Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:

Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved

Irish Leaving Certificate English -Ordinary Level Grade D or above

TOEFL - 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)

IELTS - Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in any one component.

English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) - Grade C1

GCE 'O' level English Language/GCSE English Language - Grade C or above

Cambridge Assessment English -Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English Grade B

GCE Examination Boards - Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations - Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate - School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council - School Certificate Pass 1-6

Results in examinations other than those listed above may also be accepted as meeting our English language requirements. Contact the International Education Division for advice.

Career Prospects

Students graduating from this course have followed a number of career paths in the past. These include: teaching at various levels (including university), school management, publishing, materials' development, technical writing, adult education and support, further study to PhD level.

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teaching english to speakers of other languages ma

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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages MA

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Course Code: MATESOTFAD Available: Full- Time Duration: 1 Year Course Type: Taught This MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) has been designed specifically with the aim of providing initial teacher education for those wishing to become teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL; this takes in English as a Foreign Language, EFL, and English as a Second Language, ESL).