Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Top-Up) BA Welcome Pack
Welcome to BA (Hons) Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Top-Up) – September 2026.
A very warm welcome to BA TESOL Top-Up. We are delighted that you have chosen to study with us. Our programme is designed to help you develop comprehensive understanding of English language and EFL teaching methodologies, and analytical and practical skills to enable you to work in a variety of professional TESOL settings globally. Throughout the programme, you’ll be encouraged to think critically, reflect deeply, and engage with contemporary challenges in TESOL. You will also explore the role of technology in language teaching and its practical applications, and how to become an effective intercultural communicator. 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 course leader
Catherine Mitsaki
Senior Lecturer in Educational Linguistics
Welcome and induction sessions
This is your induction timetable with an online session starting on 23 September. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Catherine Mitsaki: catherine.mitsaki@northampton.ac.uk.
Tuesday 23 September
Online Session: Welcome to BA TESOL Top up
This session is a chance to start getting to know your fellow students and the staff who will support you throughout your studies. You’ll learn more about how your programme is organised and what to expect from teaching and learning. We’ll 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: 9 – 11am (BST)
- Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/383312733427105?p=QAoEMpcngRNV38rPYS
- Meeting ID: 383 312 733 427 105
- Passcode: gD2sG7qe
Thursday 24 September
Session: The Faculty Welcome Experience!
This is how we love to kick things off in the Faculty of Business Law! This fun and friendly social event brings music, unique games, party food and more to our new student and staff community. Hosted by the faculty Student Experience Assistant Team (SEAT), this is a great opportunity to connect and mix with peers and tutors from Business, Management, Analytics, Marketing, Hospitality, Law, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Criminology, Criminal Justice & Policing course communities. We promise you’ll have a great time…NOT TO BE MISSED!
- Time: From 2pm (BST)
- Location: The Leathersellers Hide, 4th floor, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
Friday 25 September
Session: Global Voices, Shared Futures: A TESOL & International Education Welcome
This engaging and interactive welcome event will celebrate the linguistic and cultural diversity of our TESOL and International Education community. Through a series of creative activities, conversations, collaborative challenges and cultural insights from around the world, you’ll have the opportunity to meet fellow students, share your multilingual experiences, and explore your multilingual identities and belonging in a relaxed and welcoming space.
Come along to build new friendships and celebrate diverse perspectives. Many languages. Many stories. One shared future.
- Time: 1 – 2:30pm (BST)
- Location: LH112, 1st floor, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
Session: University Leadership Team (ULT) Welcome
A chance to meet and receive a warm welcome from university leaders at UON.
- Time: 2:45 – 3:15pm (BST)
- Location: Engine Shed, Waterside campus
