Bachelor of Education Honours in Teaching English as A Second Language
Requirements:
3S passes for GCE A/Ls in English Medium or English Literature as a subject
At least a Credit Pass for English at G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) or an equivalent qualification
Description:
Bachelor of Education Honours in Teaching English as a Second Language (BEd Hons in TESL) is a four-year Honours degree programme specially designed to cater to the students who wish to pursue a career in Teaching English for Primary and Secondary school students.
The programme aims to produce graduate teachers who are trained, dynamic and competent to Teach English as a second language. In Sri Lanka, there is a huge demand for graduates who are professionally qualified in teaching English. Therefore, there is a plethora of opportunities for TESL qualified teachers in the Sri Lankan education sector, with opportunities for higher education worldwide.
For whom:
Those who seek career opportunities as English teachers in Sri Lanka or abroad
Those who wish to further study English Language/Linguistics, English Literature and English language teaching and to pursue research based higher education
ACADEMIC PROGRESSION
Master of Education (MEd) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Key Features:
Competent teaching panel comprising experienced with state & non-state university
Professional experience through internship/teaching practicum at government/semi
government / private schools
Extensive Curriculum
In-house accommodation facilities
Onsite and online learning
Easy payment plans
Real campus life experience/ Individual attention (at the registration or screening process)
Entry Qualifications:
Minimum three Simple passes (S) in any stream of study at the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination conducted by the Department of Examinations at one sitting within a maximum of three attempts OR recognized equivalent by the academic senate.
Year-wise Curriculum
Year 1: (SLQF Level 3) – Core Modules
English Grammar
Introduction to English Language
Introduction to TESL
Philosophical Foundation of Education
Introduction to English Literature
Theories and Methods in ELT
Psychological Foundation of Education
Developing Reading and Writing Skills
Phonetics and Phonology for Language Teachers
A selection of English Poetry
Year 2: (SLQF Level 4) – Core Modules
Morphology for Language Teachers
Neurolinguistics
Drama and the Novel
Second Language Acquisition
ICT for ELT
Syntax and Semantics for Language Teachers
Effective Communication Skills
Assessment and Evaluation in Education
Teaching Speaking
Sri Lankan Literature in English
Year 3: (SLQF Level 5) – Core Modules
Lesson Planning & Classroom Management
Teaching Reading and Writing
English Text books used in Sri Lankan Schools
Materials Development in ELT
Learner Diversity and Inclusive Education
Discourse Analysis for Language Teachers
Literary Theory
Teaching Practicum
Educational Management
Elective Modules – Translation
Field Methods in Linguistics
Year 4: (SLQF Level 6) – Core Modules
Writing for the Media
Soft Skills for Teachers
Guidance and Counselling
Research Methodology
Statistical Software for Data Analysis
Academic Writing Practice
Research in ELT Dissertation
*The Optional modules are introduced to equip the students with some additional knowledge during the study period. However, the credit values of these two modules will not be included in GPA calculation.
Career Opportunities
English Language Teacher in Schools (Government/ Semi government/ Private)
University lecturers through research based further education
Linguist
Editor
Journalist
Technical writer
Grant writer
IELTS /TOEFL Language Instructor
International Opportunities
Higher Education Internal Teaching Careers
Class Schedule
Weekend Saturday – Physical Weekdays – Online
Course Fee
Registration fee – LKR 40,000/=
Course Fee – LKR 1,200,000/=
Semester Fee –LKR 150,000/=
Address : Negombo-Minuwangoda Rd, Negombo
Phone : 31 2224 422
Email : info@bci.lk
Website : https://www.bci.lk
Available:
BCI Campus
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Stream: Teaching & Education
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Level: Honours Bachelor Degree