Graduate Diploma in TESOL

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in TESOL is a coursework postgraduate Diploma designed to meet the specific educational development needs of a broad range of English language teachers and educators.  Candidates will pursue both practical and theoretical studies and demonstrate their skills and knowledge in a special project/practicum.  The Graduate Diploma in TESOL may also serve as an alternative form of entry into the Master of Education, which requires a formal background in the discipline of Education.

The GDipTESOL can also be completed by distance education, using online delivery technologies or print-based study materials.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must meet the normal University requirements for Graduate Diploma entry, ie, a three-year Bachelor degree or equivalent.

Advanced Standing

Candidates who have completed a Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) or equivalent qualification, in addition to the normal Graduate Diploma entry requirements, may be eligible for 12 credit points Advanced Standing, specified as two of EDUE317, EDUE340, EDUE319 or EDUE336.

Course Program

The GradDipTESOL consists of subjects chosen from the list below, including a Practicum/Project (48 credit points in total). It is recommended that students take EDUE319 early in their study program.  On-campus students should consult the relevant timetable to plan their course of study, as not all subjects are offered each session.

Note that the GradDipTESOL must include at least 24cp of 900-level study.