Faculty of Educational Studies
Bachelor of Teaching (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Course Fee
MVR 3,750 per month x 36 months
This programme is taught by qualified lecturers, who provide guidance and support. It focused on building the confidence to teach secondary classes through both content and pedagogical knowledge. In this programme, the modules focus on teaching and learning to develop 21st century skills for teachers. It also includes a research component specific to teaching and learning the English language. Students can choose to study this programme online or on campus.
Entry Criteria
2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSC pass is considered C and above.) OR
Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Programme approved for the specific Diploma programme
Core Modules
Year 1
Maldivian Language and Culture in Time
Educational Psychology
ICT Skills for Teaching and Learning
Teaching and Learning Strategies
English Language for Teachers
Introduction to Linguistics
Introduction to English Language Teaching
Introduction to Sociolinguistics
Year 2
Islamic Studies
Curriculum Studies
Educational Sociology
Assessment, Measurement and Evaluation
Phonetics and Phonology
Morphology and Syntax
Methodologies in Language Teaching I
School Experience I
Year 3
Second Language Acquisition and Learning
Semantics, Discourse and Pragmatics
Structure of English Language
Teaching Language Through Literature
Methodologies in Language Teaching II
Linking Theory and Practice In Language Classroom
Special Project in Linguistics
School Experience II
Course Fee: MVR 3,750 per month x 36 months
(MVR 2,308 per month under the government free degree scheme)
Upon successful completion of this programme participants will be able to:Â
Demonstrate the essential content knowledge and practical classroom skills to perform competently as a critically reflective English language teacher
Develops a firm foundation of language, literacy and applied linguistics
Inculcate understanding and application of Second Language teaching approaches
Demonstrate a broad understanding of the main theories, concepts and principles of education, curriculum and pedagogy; and integrate them into a teaching environment
Apply specialised skills and professional practices to teaching environments where there is a degree of unpredictability
Use professional-level insights to evaluate and synthesize solutions to address issues related to secondary and higher secondary level teaching
Work autonomously to undertake responsibilities at the professional level in teaching and leadership and use constructive criticism
Implement an ongoing program of self-education appropriate to their personal and professional needs