University of Cambridge Distance DELTA

Course details

The University of Cambridge DELTA Course(Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults) is a high-level, internationally-recognised teaching qualification which is designed to:

• improve your understanding of the principles and practices of teaching
• deepen your understanding of the English language and how it is described
• reflect on your current teaching practices and beliefs
• put into practice what you have learned as a teacher
• prepare you to move to a more senior role, perhaps in academic management or teacher training

Requirements for applicants

In order to apply for the DELTA Course, you should:

• have a first degree
• be at least 21 years old
• have at least 2 years’ full time (1,200 hours) experience of teaching English to adults within the past 5 years
• have taught in a variety of different contexts and at variety of different levels
• have an initial teaching qualification (CELTA or equivalent)
• have a standard of English which will enable you to teach a range of levels

Course overview

The course includes the following:

• teaching practice
• observation of experienced teachers
• written assignments
• an extended assignment
• a written examination

The course consists of 3 modules:

Module 1: Understanding language, methodology and resources for teaching

Module 2: Developing Professional Practice as a Teacher

Module 3: English Language Teaching Specialisation