MA English Language Teaching
- Tution Fees : £16,400
- Course Duration : 1 Year
- Academic Course Level : Postgraduate
- Location : Brackenhurst Campus
- Scholarship : Contact for Scholarship
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Academic Requirement:
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has established general entry requirements for international applicants seeking admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses. For UG programs, applicants typically need to demonstrate a strong academic background equivalent to the required qualifications in their respective countries. This entails meeting specific academic standards set by NTU. Additionally, proficiency in the English language is essential, often evidenced through standardized language tests or equivalent qualifications.
Moreover, NTU considers country-specific requirements, acknowledging variations in educational systems worldwide. These requirements ensure that applicants possess the necessary academic foundation to thrive in their chosen programs. NTU evaluates qualifications from different countries to ascertain their equivalence to the university's standards. NTU also considers course-specific requirements to facilitating a transparent and straightforward application process.
Similarly, for PG courses, international applicants must fulfill NTU's academic prerequisites, demonstrating aptitude and preparedness for advanced study in their chosen field. Proficiency in English is also vital for effective communication and academic success at the postgraduate level.
NTU recognizes the diversity of educational backgrounds among international applicants and endeavors to provide fair and equitable assessments. The university's admissions team carefully evaluates each applicant's qualifications and considers country-specific requirements to ensure that all prospective students meet the necessary academic standards for their chosen courses. This approach underscores NTU's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community while maintaining academic excellence.
English Language Requirements:
Nottingham Trent University requires international applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English through standardized tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent examinations. These tests assess applicants' abilities in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English, ensuring they possess the necessary language skills to engage effectively in academic studies. Additionally, NTU may consider alternative qualifications or evidence of English proficiency on a case-by-case basis. Adequate English language proficiency is crucial for international students to fully participate in lectures, seminars, and coursework, as well as to excel in academic assignments and assessments. By establishing these language requirements, Nottingham Trent University aims to facilitate a conducive learning environment and ensure that all students have the linguistic capabilities needed for success in their academic endeavors. NTU mostly accepts the following English Language tests and many more:
- 1) IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
- 2) PTE (Academic): 62 (with no less than 59 in any element)
- 3) TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 81 including R:18, L:17, S:20, W:19
- 4) Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Scores of 180 and above, with 162 or above in Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking
- 5) Cambridge English: Advance (CAE): Scores of 176 and above, with 162 or above in Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking
- 6) LanguageCert:180 overall (scores for all 4 components added together) with at least 33 in each component
Note: Please look at individual courses and their English language requirements before proceeding.
| Entry requirements | |
Three and four-year Bachelors degrees: Grades of 55% (2.1), 50% (2.2) from the University of Mumbai, University of Kolkata and University of Delhi. Grades of 60% (2.1), 55% (2.2) from other recognised universities in India. IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. |
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| Course Modules | |
Core modules Conservation Priorities: This module aims to integrate the disciplines concerning the conservation of species and habitats, to provide a thorough basis of knowledge. From this, you'll develop a coherent approach to the specialist taxonomic and surveying techniques, and the legal framework behind these. You'll study in detail the fiver major threats to species on the planet (climate change, habitat loss and fragmentation, invasive alien species, human wildlife conflict and exploitation). Species Recovery: Theories, Methods and Techniques: Study both the theoretical and applied aspects of successfully recovering species under the threat of extinction. You'll develop an understanding of population dynamics, and the various methods used to facilitate species recovery. Methods covered will include those employed in the removal of invasive (plant and animal), habitat preparation, modelling, mitigation, inciting public support, reintroduction and translocation, and the ex-situ of conservation unrelated to captive breeding. Environmental Assessment and Consultancy: Gain a thorough and detailed knowledge of the identification and taxonomy of plant species, including the methods used to map habitats such as Phase 1 surveys. Examine the role of consultant ecologists and the consultancy process, including project management, client liaison, legislation, mitigation and reporting. Protected Species Surveying: Gain a detailed knowledge of the identification and taxonomy for a range of protected species. You'll also gain the skills and knowledge to carry out and evaluate the different methods used to survey and record species distribution and abundance. Many of the survey techniques demonstrated in this module are applicable internationally. Geographical Information Systems (GIS): GIS is an important tool for monitoring biodiversity, and can be used to store, manipulate, analyse and present large amounts of spatial and attribute data - data that can be used to target surveys and monitoring schemes. Data collected during field surveys and from remotely sensed images taken into GIS allow the monitoring of both the location and extent of change. In this module, you'll explore the application of GIS and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) technology within biodiversity conservation. Research Methods and Data Analysis: Learn advanced skills in the interpretation of quantitative and qualitative research data relevant to whole-organism biology, and develop a critical understanding of the ethical considerations involved in the collection of data. You'll be able to present findings of scientific research in a variety of appropriate ways, as well as critically evaluating, interpreting and relaying knowledge gained from secondary sources, to peers. Research Project: Research a chosen topic area related to biodiversity conservation in depth. Design and implement a relevant research project with a strong aspect of originality. Communicate the findings to an informed audience in a comprehensive scientific report. |