Graduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

at Flinders University

The combination of theoretical knowledge and teaching methodology equips prospective TESOL practitioners with tools for classroom practice. The courses are designed to facilitate the development of disciplinary knowledge in the area of second language acquisition, as well as specific knowledge in the area of TESOL. Topics cover areas such as second language learning and teaching, language assessment, English linguistics, TESOL methodology, English as a global language, and research in TESOL.

Core Modules

• Fundamental Concepts of Second Language Learning and Teaching in TESOL GE
• Curriculum Development and Teaching Practice in TESOL GE
• Research in TESOL

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.

International students must satisfy our English language proficiency requirements for admission. If your first language is not English you will need to have:

• Achieved the required test score for the course you are applying for. The IELTS and equivalent scores to meet the various levels #. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Cambridge tests must be taken in a registered testing centre.; or
• Successfully completed an approved secondary or tertiary qualification, taught in the English language in a country where English is the official language or the main language spoken (for up to an overall IELTS of 7.0) with evidence no more than five years old on the proposed date of commencement of the course; or
• Successfully completed a pre-course English program from an approved ELICOS Provider*.

Annual fees:
$34,200

With the internationalisation of the job market, graduates with a qualification in English language teaching may have greater employment opportunities.

A TESOL degree will give you the skills and knowledge to teach English in Australia at private language colleges or other registered training organisations, and to teach English overseas in schools, universities and private colleges, by providing them with a solid foundation in the theoretical and practical aspects of English language teaching.  The continued spread of English around the world has created numerous job opportunities TESOL practitioners. 

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).