Graduate Certificate of TESOL
Graduate Certificate of TESOL
Summary The global demand for English language teachers, especially in China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, and across the Middle East, means those with the ability to teach English to speakers of other languages are sought after. The Graduate Certificate of TESOL is designed for prospective teachers wishing to teach…
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Summary
The global demand for English language teachers, especially in China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, and across the Middle East, means those with the ability to teach English to speakers of other languages are sought after.
The Graduate Certificate of TESOL is designed for prospective teachers wishing to teach English to speakers of other languages. It will prepare you for a variety of language teaching contexts in Australia and overseas. It integrates current theory and practice of TESOL, including teaching methodologies, programming and planning, and linguistics for language teaching. A range of language learners is considered, varying by age, social and cultural backgrounds.
Key features
Combine your learning with practical and professional experience
Undertake an integrated professional experience unit of 150 hours that involves a teaching practicum at an educational institution. Learn from anywhere in the world
Study on campus or online from across Australia or the world and effectively manage your studies, work or family commitments. Undertake a degree taught by qualified TESOL instructors
Learn from teachers who are actively researching areas of TESOL and applied linguistics. Boost your employability with professional recognition
Acquire a recognised ESL/EAL specialisation on top of your teaching qualifications.
Career Outcomes
Professions
English teacher (after further study)
Language tutor in English for Specific Purposes programs
Overseas teacher assistant (country requirements vary)
Employers
Overseas language colleges
Overseas schools
Primary schools
Secondary schools
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
