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Graduate Diploma in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) | 2020
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 Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn, Spring (not available full-time on-campus), EDU Intake November (Distance only) |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus (Autumn, Spring) |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong, UOW Online Wollongong / 935071 |
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 and Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: a) Assess learners’ language and learning needs; b) Analyse language demands; c) Design, plan and implement programs of instruction for English language learners in a range of contexts; d) 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 including:
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): | |||
| EDGT817 | Pedagogical Grammar | 6 | Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake Nov |
| EDGT830 | Methodology in Second Language Teaching | 6 | Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake Nov |
| EDGT835 | Teaching English in International Contexts | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGT838 | Professional Experience in TESOL | 6 | Autumn, Spring, EDU Intake Jan, EDU Intake Nov |
| EDGT890 | Engaging Diversity: Exploring Contexts of EAL Education | 6 | Spring |
| EDGT984 | Theories of Second Language Learning | 6 | Autumn, EDU Intake Nov |
| Plus two of the following elective TESOL subjects (12cp) *: | |||
| EDGT931 | Oral Communication and Pedagogy | 6 | Autumn |
| EDGT932 | Second Language Literacy | 6 | Spring |
| EDGT934 | English Pronunciation and Prosody | 6 | Spring |
| EDGT940 | Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching | 6 | Autumn, EDU Intake Nov |
| EDGT983 | Assessing and Evaluating in TESOL Environments | 6 | Spring, EDU Intake Nov |
* Elective subjects may be cancelled if minimum enrolment numbers are not met.
For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
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
For further information email: askuow@uow.edu.au