NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor in International Teacher Education English for Secondary Schools
Meppel, Netherlands
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 May 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 10,335 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for non-EU students | August 15th for EU students
** for non-EU/EEA students | EU/EEA students: EUR 2,694 per year
Key Summary
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Why choose ITESS with a specialisation in English at NHL Stenden?
- Gain practical teaching experience in international schools in each year of your studies
- Develop advanced skills in teaching English grammar, pronunciation, and literature
- Explore diverse literary works, from classic to contemporary, and learn to analyse their cultural contexts
- Learn to design and implement lesson plans that are effective for diverse learners and use digital tools appropriately
- Acquire strategies for creating inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms
- Customize your course and choose from over 100 minors for your elective semester
The practical way you learn
You’ll learn by doing, so expect lots of hands-on activities, such as working on real projects, getting feedback from peers and lecturers, and, of course, teaching practice in real international schools.
Course structure
With the English Specialisation programme, you develop your intercultural understanding and global teaching skills so you are ready to meet the challenges of a diverse international classroom with empathy and adaptability. The programme is comprised of three interconnected strands, each designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to teach English effectively in international secondary schools.
- Year 1 – Dive into the basics of language, learning about grammar, pronunciation, and how to teach English to others. You'll also start exploring literature and the evolution and impact of the English language.
- Year 2 – Get more practice teaching English, learn how to teach literature effectively, and work on your own language skills. You'll also start thinking about designing your own curriculum.
- Year 3 – Carry out teaching practice in international schools and have the chance to select minors to specialise in.
- Year 4 – Focus on advanced teaching skills, learn how to assess students, and explore how the arts connect to culture. You'll also complete your final teaching practice and projects.
Your future
As an ITESS graduate, you are qualified to teach in international schools worldwide. You will be an inclusive and skilled teacher able to adapt to the needs of your class.
Careers open to you after graduation include:
- Teacher at an international secondary school
- Teacher in bilingual education
- Coordinator of school programmes or projects
- Counsellor
- Careers counsellor
- Special educational needs teacher