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Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Testamur Title of Degree: | Graduate Diploma in TESOL |
Abbreviation: | GDipTESOL |
UOW Course Code: | 669 |
CRICOS Code: | 020206J |
Study Area / Disciplines / My University Key Words: | Education, TESOL, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages |
Total Credit Points: | 48 |
Duration: | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Social Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn, Spring (on campus and distance) |
Delivery Mode: | On Campus |
Delivery Campus: | Wollongong |
Additional Information: |
Course Description
The Graduate Diploma in TESOL provides an accredited specialist qualification* for teachers who want to teach English to speakers of other languages in Australia, internationally, to children, teenagers or adults.
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 practicum - a requirement of most 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, English requirements and credit transfer information are available from the Course Finder.
Course Requirements
Students must take 48 credit point chosen from the TESOL subjects listed below.
Subject Code | Subject Name | Session | Credit Points |
Core Subjects: | |||
Methodology in Second Language Teaching | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Theories of Second Language Learning |
Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Professional Experience in TESOL |
Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
(On campus international students can substitute EDGT938 with the subject below. Please consult with the course coordinator for enrolment advice)
Field Experience Project in TESOL | Autumn/Spring | 6 |
* Elective Subjects - select at least 30 credit points from the below:
English Language: Learners' Problems | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Teaching Speaking and Listening | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Second Language Literacy | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Teaching Pronunciation and Prosody | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Teaching English in International Contexts | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Assessing and Evaluating in TESOL Environments | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Teaching English in Specific Contexts | Autumn/Spring/EDU Intake Nov | 6 | |
Engaging Diversity: Exploring Contexts of EAL Education | Spring | 6 |
* Please Note: Elective subjects may be cancelled if minimum enrolment numbers are not met.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: ssc@uow.edu.au