2017 Postgraduate Courses
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Graduate Diploma in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) | 2017

Testamur Title of Degree:

Graduate Diploma in TESOL

Abbreviation:

GDipTESOL

UOW Course Code:

669

CRICOS Code:

020206J

Total Credit Points:

48

Duration:

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent (refer to intake session)

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Social Sciences

Intake Session(s):

Autumn, Spring (not available full-time on-campus), EDU Intake November (Distance only)

Delivery Mode:

On-campus (Autumn, Spring), Distance (Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake November)

Delivery Campus:

Wollongong

Additional Information:

Course Finder

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in TESOL provides a specialist qualification for those who want to teach English to speakers of other languages in Australia, internationally, to children, teenagers or adults, especially in the vocational sector.

Students gain an in-depth understanding of areas such as second language development, systems of language and computer assisted language learning, along with practical skills in second language teaching and learning. Participants can choose from a range of subjects which provide a foundation in second language teaching and learning. The course also includes a supervised TESOL placement - a requirement of many employers. Although the program has a strong practical core, there is a greater emphasis on theory than the Graduate Certificate.

Applicants are advised to check with potential employing bodies regarding employment requirements.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Graduate Diploma in TESOL will:

  1. Have a broad discipline knowledge in language and its use, theories of second language learning and ESL/EFL pedagogy related to teaching listening, speaking, reading, writing and increased technical knowledge of classroom practice.
  2. Have expert, advanced cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply methods and technologies to:
    1. Assess learners’ language and learning needs;
    2. Analyse language demands;
    3. Design, plan and implement programs of instruction for English language learners in a range of contexts;
    4. Observe, reflect on and critique classroom practice.
  3. Demonstrate capacity for differentiated instruction for diverse groups of learners. 

Course Structure

The Graduate Diploma in TESOL requires the successful completion of 48 credit points comprising:

a. 6 core TESOL subjects (36cp); and
b. 2 elective TESOL subjects (12cp).

It is recommended that VET, ELICOS and DE teachers complete EDGT983 as an elective subject if they wish to qualify as ESL teachers.

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session(s)
Students must complete the following six core subjects (36cp):
EDGT817Pedagogical Grammar6Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake Nov
EDGT830Methodology in Second Language Teaching6Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake Nov
EDGT835Teaching English in International Contexts6Autumn
EDGT838Professional Experience in TESOL6Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake Nov
EDGT890Engaging Diversity: Exploring Contexts of EAL Education6Spring
EDGT984Theories of Second Language Learning6Autumn, EDU Intake Nov
Plus two of the following elective TESOL subjects (12cp):
EDGT931Oral Communication and Pedagogy6Autumn
EDGT932Second Language Literacy6Spring
EDGT934English Pronunciation and Prosody6Spring, EDU Intake Nov
EDGT940Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching6Autumn, EDU Intake Nov
EDGT983Assessing and Evaluating in TESOL Environments6Spring, EDU Intake Nov

Elective subjects may be cancelled if minimum enrolment numbers are not met. 

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

The University of Wollongong is recognised by the Department of Education (DE) as a provider of ESL qualifications for primary/secondary trained teachers. DE accreditation will be dependent upon subject choice.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: scc@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 10 November, 2016