C06094v1 Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Overview

UTS is a leading provider of postgraduate language and literacy courses, with academics who are published authors and internationally recognised experts in the field. This course is an initial teaching qualification in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). It specifically focuses on the teaching of adult students. Students study linguistic foundations for language teachers, adult teaching and learning, teaching literacy, methodology, introduction to language, program design, assessment, as well as participating in professional experience teaching in TESOL.

The course is comprehensive and practical. It is tailored to cater to the needs of participants who as yet have no teaching experience, as well as to the needs of participants with experience but no recognised initial teaching qualification. The course features flexible study options with classes held at times suitable for full-time workers.

Course aims

The course aims to produce TESOL teachers who are reflective and engaging in their practice, have well developed interpersonal skills, are keen to put current developments in learning and teaching into practice, and have a commitment to lifelong learning.

Career options

Career options include a teacher of English as a second language (ESL) in Australia, or a teacher of English as a foreign language (EFL) in overseas contexts.

Course duration and attendance

This course can be completed in one year of full-time or two years of part-time study. Subjects are delivered in weekly and/or block mode.

Course structure

The course comprises 48 credit points of study, consisting of eight core subjects.

Course completion requirements

Course program

A typical course program is below.

Other information

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