Interested in this College?
Get updates on Eligibility, Admission, Placements Fees Structure

Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course by FutureLearn is a part of the Study UK Campaign. It is developed by the University of Leicester. The university ranks in the top 20 Universities of UK for its teaching excellence and research. This six-week course includes a weekly study time of three hours. Also, TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

The Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL programme is free and online. Students can opt for additional benefits for a fee. They can either opt for an upgraded course for $74, or an unlimited one for $279 a year. At the end of the course, candidates have the option of joining the Applied Linguistics and TESOL community at Leicester.

The instructor of the FutureLearn Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course is Prof Pamela Rogerson Revell. She is an associate professor of the Applied Linguistics and TESOL department at the University of Leicester. Involved in the research of TESOL and areas in applied linguistics, she teaches them as well, including online language learning.

The Highlights

Offered by the University of Leicester
Online learning
Self-paced
Part of the Study UK Campaign
Upgrade option
Industry-expert instructor
Six-week course

Programme Offerings

Free Course Enrolment
Self-paced training
Trained Faculty
video tutorials
Offering of the University of Leicester
a part of the Study UK Campaign
online learning

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Futurelearn

Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL programme by FutureLearn is a free online course. It offers you access to the course material for 6 weeks.

Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL fee structure

Course Name	Fee
Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL	Free

Eligibility Criteria

Anyone can source FutureLearn’s Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course. There are no prerequisites to be met for pursuing the course. Being a self-paced course, students need to complete topics assigned and progress gradually to complete the programme.

What you will learn

Communication skillsResearch skillsLanguage skills

By completing the Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course by FutureLearn, students can:

Understand contemporary issues of linguistics
Gain knowledge of structures, acquisition, uses of language with communication, culture, and society
Understand the fundamentals and key areas of applied linguistics
Explain the relations of applied linguistics with learning and language teachings
Explore the communication field
Look into perspectives of uses in the language in a social context

Who it is for

Linguist

The Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course by FutureLearn is beneficial for:

Individuals willing to pursue a career in language and linguistic teaching
Individuals seeking post-graduate degrees in allied fields
Professionals practising in or related fields

Admission Details

Students can join the FutureLearn Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL online course by following the steps mentioned below:

Visit FutureLearn’s Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL programme homepage.
After you go through the content of the course, click on the “Join course for free” option to continue with the admission process.
Create your FutureLearn account to access the course material. Register using your name, mail ID, age, and email preferences.
Proceed by submitting the application to start learning.

The Syllabus

Instructors

University of Leicester, Leicester Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: How long will I be able to access the material in an unlimited package?

You can use the content of FutureLearn’s Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course for as long as it is available on FutureLearn.

2: Can I pursue this course if I am from a science stream?

The Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL course by FutureLearn is not restricted to a stream. If you seek a career in this field, then this course is for you.

3: Who is the instructor of the course?

Prof Pamela Rogerson Revell teaches the course. She is an associate professor of the Applied Linguistics and TESOL department at the University of Leicester. Her main areas of interest include Applied Linguistics and TESOL.