480 hours / 16 months
Master in TEFL
$645 USD / £535 GBP / ₹44,840 INR
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London College of Teachers (UK) · Advanced TEFL Professional Programme
Master in TEFL - 480 Hours
A 480-hour advanced TEFL programme with ten core modules, Young Learners and Business English specialisation, Advanced Grammar, Advanced Phonetics and a research paper.
Study modeOnline / self-paced Duration480 hours / 16 months Options1 published option
Programme Overview
Programme overview, study structure and entry information.
Review the programme structure, entry requirements, assessment and fees alongside your existing qualifications, experience and professional goals before choosing this course.
The 480-hour Master in TEFL is the longest TEFL programme currently listed in the LCT UK TEFL menu.
Its published curriculum combines ten core modules, both specialist strands, advanced grammar and phonetics, and a research paper.
Programme note
The course uses the title “Master in TEFL” on the LCT UK site. Applicants should distinguish this professional TEFL programme from an academic master’s degree and confirm the exact certification before enrolment.
Fees, Duration & Eligibility
Programme options
Programme information updated 8 August 2026. Confirm the final payable amount and any entry conditions before payment.
Published INR prices include GST where the original LCT UK page states this. Degree-programme fees are shown in EUR where published. Pricing, taxes, certification and graduation charges can change.
Who is this course for?English-language teaching professionals seeking the most extensive TEFL pathway currently listed by LCT.
How to decide if this course fits your goal
The 480-hour Master-level TEFL route is an extended professional programme, not a reason to stop checking external recognition. It is best for experienced or highly committed language educators who want a substantial body of advanced study and specialist work.
Before choosing it, compare the programme with university-awarded master’s degrees and with shorter professional diplomas. The right option depends on whether you need advanced professional development, academic credit, a regulated qualification or a combination of these.
What you should be able to do after the course
- Integrate methodology, language systems, assessment and course planning at an advanced level.
- Evaluate teaching problems using evidence and reflective analysis.
- Develop specialist or leadership-oriented language-teaching projects.
- Communicate advanced professional reasoning in written assignments.
- Compare professional TEFL progression with formal academic pathways more critically.
Before you enrol
- Confirm the exact award title, issuer and verification arrangement before enrolment.
- Compare the programme with any academic master’s degree you may be considering.
- Check whether your target role values advanced TEFL study, a teaching licence, a degree or all three.
Curriculum
- Modules 1 to 9 covering core TEFL methodology and language systems
- Module 10: Reference materials and research assignment/project
- Young Learners Teacher Training
- Business English Teacher Training
- Advanced Grammar
- Advanced Phonetics
- Research paper
- Communicative Language Teaching methodology
Assessment
- Module-based MCQs are required.
- Answer keys are provided for checking.
- Advanced work can include projects, lesson plans or case studies.
- Instructors review submitted work and award grades.
How it works
- Apply online and confirm the programme is appropriate for your background.
- Complete enrolment and receive online access.
- Study the core, specialist and advanced components.
- Complete the research and assessment requirements.
- Receive certification after successful completion.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Master in TEFL?
The published course is 480 hours over 16 months.
How much does it cost?
The current programme information lists $645 USD / £535 GBP / ₹44,840 INR with GST, plus the published fast-track charge if selected.
What specialisations are included?
The published curriculum includes both Young Learners Teacher Training and Business English Teacher Training.
Is the Master in TEFL the same as an academic master’s degree?
The programme information uses the title “Master in TEFL” for a 480-hour professional TEFL programme. Applicants should confirm the exact award and academic equivalence needed for their intended purpose before enrolling.