Online Courses Handbook 2003

302162 v.3 Graduate Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

Introduction
This course is for qualified teachers who want concentrated work in the theory and practice of teaching English as a foreign language. Although the course is practical in nature, its theoretical basis allows students to make professional development a natural part of their teaching careers. It is designed to meet the needs of teachers who want to work in Australia and overseas and is open to international students.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An approved bachelor degree or equivalent, a relevant teaching qualification, and appropriate teaching experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Under certain circumstances, students who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate TESOL will be eligible for up to 100 credit points, recognition of prior learning.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note
An extensive review of this program is currently being undertaken. Prospective students should contact the School to discuss the impact of this review on their progression.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

304141 v.2 # Language Studies 572 3.0 25.0

304143 v.2 East Asian Sociolinguistics 519 3.0 25.0

304273 v.2 World Englishes 502 3.0 25.0

305917 v.1 Teaching English as a Second Language 568 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

304144 v.2 Ed 502 - Talking Across Cultures 3.0 25.0

304272 v.2 Language and Society 501 3.0 25.0

306788 v.1 # Researching Language 500 2.0 25.0

SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

# Available both semesters.