Teacher Education in English
Are you excited about education? Do you enjoy working with children and young adults? Our English-language teaching programme could be just for you. We prepare you for a career teaching English as a second language in the first three to four years of Dutch secondary education, or at vocational or language schools.
Teacher Education in English is a four-year programme in an international setting and has been taught in the English language since 2015. We want to inspire you to become a great English teacher and an inspiration to your students. After studying for a semester you will be in a school or college to start your work placement as part of your training. Towards the end of your second year you will spend ten weeks soaking up Culture and Speaking skills in an English Speaking country. About 60% of your teachers are native English speakers. All this makes for a truly international programme, preparing you for an exciting career as a qualified English teacher.
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Learn how to inspire your students
You’ll learn what it’s like to be a teacher and how to teach the English language and literature to young people. With special attention to methodology, research, pedagogics and, of course, an internship from year one onwards for a lot of hands-on experience as a teacher.
Career goals: a qualified English teacher
Start a career teaching English as a second language in the first three to four years of Dutch secondary education, or in vocational or language schools. After graduating with a Bachelor of Education, B.Ed, you can pursue a long-term career in education, and it can lead to senior positions in schools, such as head of department or director of studies.
Admission requirements Teacher Education in English
Applying after secondary school or MBO?
If you want to start with the Teacher Education in English degree programme, you need to have a secondary school diploma at a sufficient level and English proficiency of at least CEFR level B2. Of course, an affinity with the English language and a passion for working with young minds and imparting knowledge will serve you well.
Applying without a diploma?
Are you 21 years or older and you don't have a (sufficient) diploma? Then you'll need to take an admission test.
Does this programme suit you?
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Sociable
You enjoy being surrounded by others, have an affinity with young people and possess great communicative and social skills.
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English Language Lover
You are passionate about the English language and culture. You enjoy reading and writing and are curious about other cultures.
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Creative
In your spare time you like to spend time on creative writing, music, theatre, plays, scouting and developing games.
"The programme allows for a lot of practical experience, you are assigned to an internship already in your first year and get to observe real-life lessons."
Aleksandra Kostrzewa (20) Student Teacher Education in English and French (double degree)
"The programme allows for a lot of practical experience, you are assigned to an internship already in your first year and get to observe real-life lessons."
Aleksandra Kostrzewa (20)Student Teacher Education in English and French (double degree)
I am currently enrolled in the Teacher Education in English and French double degree programme. I chose this programme because I have a passion for languages and teaching. The regular programme is fairly easy to follow, therefore I wanted to take on a bigger workload and decided to sign up for the double degree. I find that the programme suits me well, and the practical experience is valuable for developing my teaching skills.
What I found to be a pleasant surprise was the number of people assigned to help students out with technical issues and support them as they progress with their studies. There are 2 people who are specifically assigned to each class whose role is to support them and provide guidance, but apart from that, each teacher is very helpful with any arising issues. Additionally, the programme allows for a lot of practical experience, you are assigned to an internship already in your first year and get to observe real-life lessons.
After graduation, I plan on pursuing a career in teaching with the prospect of becoming a school director. On the back burner I am keeping the idea of being a journalist. I am thinking of doing my minor and master’s in that field to feel it out. I don’t want to limit myself to just one career choice, but it’s good to have a safety net – especially when you are rather passionate about that safety net.
"The lessons adequately prepare you for real-life situations that you might encounter as a teacher"
Maria Popescu (Romania) Second year student
"The lessons adequately prepare you for real-life situations that you might encounter as a teacher"
Maria Popescu (Romania)Second year student
I am currently in my second year of Teacher Education in English: a programme that has not only improved my English language skills tremendously, but has also provided me with opportunities for personal development and a positive learning experience. The teachers are there to guide you through each step of the way, as well as help you integrate into and learn about the Dutch school system. Additionally, the lessons adequately prepare you for real-life situations that you might encounter as a teacher. Being part of such a culturally diverse class has given me a much bigger appreciation of multiculturalism. Also, it has offered me insight into how education manifests itself around the world. All in all, this has proven to be a wonderful experience so far. I am looking forward to the rest of the programme and the experiences and learning opportunities that come with it!
Useful to know
| Application Deadline | Dutch students living in the Netherlands: 1 May. /// /// Are you an international student? Find the application deadline that applies to you on internationalhu.com/admissions-bachelor. |
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| Start | September |
| Location | Padualaan 97 Utrecht |
| Programme level | Bachelor of Education (BEd) |
| Numerus fixus | No |
| Croho-name | B Teacher Education in English |
| Croho-code | 35195 |
Interested in the Bachelor's programme Teacher Education in English?
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- Email info@hu.nl
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