Online Courses Handbook 2003

304274 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Introduction
This course provides an introduction to basic principles of language teaching and the systems of language. Students take units in Language Studies, Teaching English as a Second Language (where the emphasis is on practical aspects of language teaching and learning), East Asian Sociolinguistics, and World Englishes.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A relevant bachelors degree.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applicants for recognition of prior learing are assessed on an individual basis. Under certain circumstances up to two units will be granted to applicants holding the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES) Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA).

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of one semester full-time duration or equivalent part-time study, with a first semester intake only.

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