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Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Graduate Certificate in TESOL |
Abbreviation: |
GCertTESOL |
My University: |
TESOL, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Education |
Duration: |
One session full-time or part-time equivalent |
Total Credit Points: |
24 |
Delivery Mode: |
On campus |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
1164 |
CRICOS Code: |
020199C |
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in TESOL provides an accredited specialist qualification for teachers who want to teach English to speakers of other languages in Australia or internationally to children, teenagers or adults. The course is regarded as a highly practical qualification for those with little or no experience in second language teaching.
The course consists of a choice of four subjects and includes supervised TESOL professional experience required by employer bodies. Students can choose from a range of subjects which provide a foundation in second language teaching and learning. Although the course places its emphasis on practice all subjects are underpinned by the latest research and theory in the field. Students learn how to develop teaching programs and lesson plans, how to assess ESL learners' language, how to teach the skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening as well as grammar and vocabulary. Applicants are advised to check with potential employing bodies regarding employment requirements.
This course is offered both on campus and through distance education.
Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University's entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (i.e. a three-year degree or equivalent) including a teaching qualification or appropriate equivalent professional experience.
Course Requirements
Students must complete 24 credit points from the TESOL list below.
Course Program
Subjects |
Credit Points | |
English Language: Learners' Problems |
6 | |
Methodology in Second Language Teaching* |
6 | |
Teaching Speaking and Listening |
6 | |
Second Language Literacy |
6 | |
Teaching Pronunciation and Prosody |
6 | |
Teaching English in International Contexts |
6 | |
Field Experience Project in TESOL* |
6 | |
Professional Experience in TESOL* |
6 | |
Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching |
6 | |
Assessing and Evaluating in TESOL Environments |
6 | |
Theories of Second Language Learning |
6 | |
English in Specific Contexts |
6 | |
Engaging Diversity: Exploring Contexts of EAL Education |
6 |
* EDGT930 and one of EDGT937 or EDGT938 are compulsory subjects in the GCertTESOL.
Other Information
Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/