Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language is a 36-unit program of study offered by the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. This course can also be studied by external option. The external option is not available for all topics. This course aims to: explore current…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language is a 36-unit program of study offered by the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences.
This course can also be studied by external option. The external option is not available for all topics.
This course aims to:
- explore current theories in second language acquisition
- investigate classroom issues related to Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
- critique second language teaching methodologies
- comprehend the interaction between culture and language
- investigate the effect of English as a global language
- identify research trends in the field of TESOL.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course students will be able to:
- analyse critically current theories in second language acquisition
- review and analyse classroom issues related to Teaching English as a Second Language
- demonstrate an understanding of second language teaching methodologies, including the ability to communicate them to a range of audiences
- implement second language teaching methodologies to generate approaches to a range of classroom teaching scenarios
- synthesise knowledge and skills in TESOL research.
Potential occupations include:
- private English language teacher
- assistant language teacher
- communications specialist
- immigration officer
- international student advisor
- linguist
- multicultural service officer
- travel consultant.
Potential employers include:
- private language colleges
- universities
- TAFE institutions
- university language centres (subject to employer requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must normally hold an approved bachelor degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
Graduates already with a Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching are specialised into English as a Second Language (ESL)/Languages Other than English (LOTE).
Students are strongly encouraged to check employment requirements and conditions with potential employers before enrolling in a TESOL course.
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.0 Writing, 6.0 Reading, 6.0 Listening;
- TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall with 18 Speaking, 21 Writing, 13 Reading, 12 Listening;
- Pearson PTE Academic: 58 Overall with 50 Speaking, 50 Writing, 50 Reading, 50 Listening;
- Cambridge C1 Advanced: 176 Overall with 169 Speaking, 169 Writing, 169 Reading,169 Listening;
- Occupational English Test (OET): 300 Speaking, 300 Writing, 300 Reading, 300 Listening; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 105-110
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
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