The English Language Teaching programme at Atatürk University aims to train competent English teachers who are well-versed in language, pedagogy, and cultural awareness. The programme covers the structure of English language, linguistics, teaching methodology, curriculum and material development, classroom management, second language acquisition theory, and practical teaching skills. Students also gain experience in lesson planning, educational psychology, and teaching practice to be prepared for real classroom environments. Instruction combines English and pedagogical training to support students in mastering both language and teaching competencies.
Based in Erzurum — a city with educational tradition and academic institutions — the programme offers a supportive environment for future educators. Students benefit from experienced faculty, language labs, teaching practice opportunities in partner schools, and a curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical classroom experience. The programme aims to prepare graduates to work as English teachers in primary, secondary, or high schools, or to continue further studies in language teaching and applied linguistics.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Standard period of study: 4 years (8 semesters)
- Location: Erzurum
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: English Language Teaching, Linguistics, Pedagogy, Language Skills
- Admission modus: With admission requirement
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of English Language & Learning
- English Composition & Academic Writing
- Fundamentals of Linguistics
- Language Skills I (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking)
- Seminar: Introduction to Language Teaching
Semester 2 – Language Structure & Teaching Basics
- English Grammar & Phonetics
- English Language Skills II
- Introduction to Educational Psychology
- Seminar: Language, Culture and Communication
Semester 3 – Language Teaching Methods I
- Second Language Acquisition Theory
- Teaching Methodologies I (Grammar & Vocabulary)
- Curriculum and Material Design I
- Seminar: Classroom Management & Teaching Practice Preparation
Semester 4 – Language Teaching Methods II & Pedagogy
- Teaching Methodologies II (Skills – Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking)
- Curriculum and Material Design II
- Assessment & Evaluation in Language Teaching
- Seminar: Educational Technology and Language Teaching
Semester 5 – Applied Linguistics & Teaching Practice I
- Sociolinguistics & Applied Linguistics
- Language Testing & Assessment
- Teaching Practice I (School / Language Lab)
- Seminar: Classroom Observation and Analysis
Semester 6 – Teaching Practice II & Advanced Methods
- Applied Linguistics: Language Learning & Culture
- Teaching Practice II (Public or Private Schools)
- Seminar: Educational Research Methods
- Elective: Second Foreign Language or Professional English
Semester 7 – Research Methods & Thesis/Project Prep
- Educational Research Methods
- Thesis / Final Project Proposal
- Seminar: Comparative Education & Language Policies
- Elective: Language for Special Purposes or Elective Linguistics Course
Semester 8 – Final Teaching Practice & Graduation
- Final Teaching Practice / Internship
- Thesis or Final Project (Curriculum Design, Research Study or Teaching Material)
- Seminar: Professional Development & Career Planning
- Graduation Requirements & Degree Completion
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as English teachers in primary, secondary, or high schools, private language schools, or educational institutions. They may also work as curriculum developers, language instructors, teacher trainers, or educational consultants. Additionally, with strong foundation in linguistics, teaching methodology, and pedagogy, graduates are qualified for postgraduate studies in TESOL, applied linguistics or education. Their language competence, pedagogical skills, and teaching practice experiences prepare them for both national and international educational environments.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the English Language Teaching programme at Atatürk University means joining a curriculum that balances deep language study with practical teacher training, preparing graduates for real classroom challenges. Students benefit from expert faculty, a comprehensive curriculum, language labs, and teaching practice opportunities that foster both academic and professional growth. The programme supports development of strong teaching, communication, and intercultural skills in an English-medium context.
Moreover, the programme offers flexibility and broad pedagogical training — from linguistics to classroom management, teaching methods to curriculum design — allowing students to shape their future as well-qualified educators. Through teaching practice, pedagogical courses, and research electives, graduates gain the skills and confidence needed to succeed as English teachers or language professionals in diverse contexts.
Contact Information
Atatürk University – Student Advisory Service
Yakutiye Campus
25240 Erzurum, Turkey
Tel: +90 442 231 10 00
Fax: +90 442 231 10 05
Email: info@atauni.edu.tr
Department of English Language Teaching – Programme Contact
Faculty of Education, Atatürk University
Yakutiye Campus, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey
Tel: +90 442 231 15 00
Email: elt@atauni.edu.tr
International Office – Atatürk University
Yakutiye Campus
25240 Erzurum, Turkey
Tel: +90 442 231 14 00
Fax: +90 442 231 14 05
Email: international@atauni.edu.tr
