Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) MA Welcome Pack
Welcome to MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) – January 2026.
A very warm welcome to MA TESOL. We are delighted that you have chosen to study with us. Our programme is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to be an effective teacher of the language. Applying the insights of linguistic research into how English is learned and used in a wide variety of situations, the programme with its practical focus will help you become a resourceful, reflective and confident professional in the field of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Our friendly and highly experienced staff team are eager to support you on your personal and academic journey. We hope you have a happy, successful and rewarding time studying at the University.
Your Programme Leader
Dr Qian Zhang
Senior Lecturer in Educational Linguistics | FHEA, PhD, MA, PGCert, BA
Qian.Zhang@northampton.ac.uk
Welcome and Induction Online Sessions
This is your induction timetable with online sessions starting on 26 January 2026. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Dr Qian Zhang: qian.zhang@northampton.ac.uk.
Monday 26 January
Online Session: Welcome to MA TESOL
This session is a chance to start getting to know your fellow students and the staff who will support you throughout your studies. You will learn more about how your programme is organised and what to expect from teaching and learning. We will also introduce you to the many teams and services across the University that are here to help you succeed, so you can discover the support that’s right for you.
- Time: 10am – 12pm (GMT)
- Link: https://eu.bbcollab.com/collab/ui/session/guest/10678333234f43d98d0ff0995239d2f1