Skip to main content
PostgraduateCertificate of Education

Certificate in Education 14+ English and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

University of Greater Manchester
Bolton, England
Visit University Website
1 yearDuration
£17,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the CertEd Certificate in Education 14+ English and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at University of Greater Manchester. Based in Bolton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide. Many people need help improving their English language, literacy, and employability skills. If you have English skills at Level 3 and a passion for communication, a career in teaching and assessing learners aged 14 and over could be for you. International tuition fees are £17,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

English Language and Linguistics for Educators
Teaching English to Adult Learners
ESOL Pedagogy and Practice
Assessment and Evaluation in Language Teaching
Literacy Development and Learning Theories
Inclusive Approaches to English Language Teaching
Work-Based Learning and Teaching Placement
Professional Practice and Reflective Teaching
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
View on university website

Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements You must have a Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate appropriate skills at Level 3 in English language. The University has a pre-course task book and

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£17,500

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£17,500

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Greater Manchester

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£10,500£17,500£20,000
5 years£16,500£21,500£26,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

64%Working
9%Studying
10%Work & Study
4%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

4 Scholarships Available

Matched to your course, level & nationality

Your nationality

Merit

Care Experienced Bursary 21-22

University of Greater Manchester · Postgraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Merit

The Bolton Master's Bursary 2021

University of Greater Manchester · Postgraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Merit

The University of Greater Manchester Group Progression Scholarship 2021-22

University of Greater Manchester · Postgraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Care Leavers Bursary 2020/2021

University of Greater Manchester · Postgraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
University of Greater Manchester

About University of Greater Manchester

University of Greater Manchester offers Certificate in Education 14+ English and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

—QS World
—UK Ranking
12,570+Students
115+Courses
TEF Silver
View University Profile

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com

Explore All Courses