Graduate Certificate in TESOL
Victoria University
About
The course is designed for teachers who want to develop their professional practice in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (TESOL).
You will strengthen your current skills and gain a solid understanding of the principles and approaches to TESOL, including curriculum design and evaluation.
Graduates who do not have teaching qualifications will still gain a recognised TESOL qualification.
However, in Australia you will be limited to working in TESOL programs where a teaching qualification is not required.
Structure
To complete the Graduate Certificate in TESOL students will be required to complete 48 credit points in total consisting of:
- 48 credit points of Core studies
Please note:
- AEG5123 is offered in semesters 1, 2
- AEG5124 is offered in semesters 1, 2, 3 and 4
- AEG5123 is a prerequisite for AEG5124
Course structure and units
- TESOL Methodology Unit code AEG5123 Credits24
- Professional Practice - TESOL Unit code AEG5124 Credits24
Entry requirements
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any disciplineORApplicants with a minimum two years of relevant work experience will be considered for admission to this course.
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Credit for skills and past study
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| | 1. | Synthesise and critically review their understanding of fundamental principles of recent and applied language teaching and learning in a TESOL environment; | |
| | 2. | Evaluate, implement and analyse English as a second or additional language current curricula and pedagogical programs that are locally, nationally and internationally applicable; | |
| | 3. | Exhibit competence in a range of key knowledge areas in second language acquisition including curriculum development, learning approaches and assessment; | |
| | 4. | Interrogate and assess the role of social and cultural contexts in the English language teaching and learning , and generate adaptable solutions to complex problems in such contexts, and advocate the role of TESOL teachers for social responsibility; | |
| | 5. | Analyse research findings applicable to TESOL practitioners, and communicate and transmit these ideas to peers; | |
| | 6. | Apply and critique the theoretical and practical learning opportunities provided in each unit of study to become accomplished and autonomous TESOL practitioners; | |
| | 7. | Implement their enhanced teaching skills and critically reflect on theory and professional practice in second language contexts. | |
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