The course is ideal for teachers interested in further professional development and career advancement. Modules are offered at different times, both daytime and evening.
Some modules require attendance at one session a week while others require attendance at two.
The maximum period permissible for completion is four academic years. The annual intake for the course is October. They cover aspects of language and linguistics, curriculum and a variety of issues of modern languages teaching in Britain. Core modules account for 40 credits. The six optional modules cover a variety of topics, allowing students to emphasise different aspects of enquiry.