Graduate Diploma in TESOL
University of Wollongong
About
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.
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.
Students must complete the following six core subjects (36cp):
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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) *:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
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.
Institution
