Postgraduate course
Graduate Diploma in TESOL
University of Wollongong
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About
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is designed for TAFE or Vocational Education teachers whose employers require them to have an in-depth qualification. This program is also for experienced educators looking for a higher specialist qualification in ESL teaching.
The UOW Graduate Diploma in TESOL offers sound theoretical foundations and extensive practical skills that address the broader aspects of education and training.
This course has four core subjects, four elective subjects and includes a professional experience placement. These subjects are a combination of online and on campus delivery, with the option of completing your study entirely by distance.
You will explore teaching methods and common grammar issues and develop the skills to teach English language to students. You can also undertake a supervised professional experience placement in an ESL classroom.
Admission criteria
An Australian bachelor degree, or recognised equivalent, preferably including subjects related to the teaching of English (eg TESOL, English literature, applied linguistics). No teaching experience is required.
Fees and charges
This course will be offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.
Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.
^ Fee column represents an annual amount unless the course duration is less than one year and the amount then represents the full cost of the course.
Australian Government financial assistance
University of Wollongong scholarships and financial assistance
Further information
Read the full course details on the University of Wollongong website.
Visit the University of Wollongong website or call 1300 FOR UOW (1300 367 869).
Visit the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities website.
Email the faculty via UOW Future Students.
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