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Graduate Certificate of Education (TESOL)

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Summary
Graduate Certificate of Education Specialisation Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (GCEF)
Study Mode
  • Online
  • On-campus
Start
  • Semester 1 (February)
  • Semester 2 (July)
  • Semester 3 (November)
Number of Units
  • 4 units
Duration
  • 0.5 years or part-time equivalent
Campus
  • Toowoomba
View USQ Handbook
Program Information Set

Broaden your knowledge

USQ’s Graduate Certificate of Education (TESOL) (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is designed for practitioners who are aspiring leaders in the field of English language teaching. This specialisation will broaden your knowledge of the importance of language and your knowledge of contemporary English language teaching methodology.

Further Study

After completing the Graduate Certificate of Education (TESOL) with a minimum GPA of 4.0, you will have the option to take the credit from your studies and go on to complete the Master of Education (TESOL). 

If you do not achieve a GPA of 4.0, you may have the option to continue your studies with a Graduate Diploma of Education (TESOL) before moving on to a Master of Education (TESOL) (provided other program entry requirements are met). 

Note: This program does not qualify you for teacher registration in Queensland. To qualify for teacher registration in Queensland, please refer to the Master of Learning and Teaching.

Open up the world through your studies. New employment opportunities are available in education institutions both in Australia and internationally to employ graduates with skills in teaching English to speakers of other languages.
Courses to be studied Units
4 x specialisation courses 4
Total 4

Refer to the USQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns. 

How much will it cost?

Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (4 units) in this program are:

Study Mode Cost
Domestic full fee paying AUD 9480

Loan to help you pay your fees

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.

You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.

Scholarships and financial assistance

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.

Professional experience

This program includes a compulsory professional experience component that may involve travel, accommodation and meal expenses.

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2020 and costs will vary depending on the actual courses selected during your study. Fees may also vary from year to year as they are reviewed annually.

Entry Requirements

  • 3-year bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

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How to apply

To apply for this degree:

Apply online

Note: Semester 3 intake is only available online.

 

Closing dates

Applying directly to USQ:

  • Semester 3, 2019 - applications close Friday 29 November, with semester 3 commencing on Monday 18 November 2019.
  • Semester 1, 2020 - applications close Friday 6 March, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 24 February 2020.
  • Semester 2, 2020 - applications close Friday 24 July, with semester 2 commencing on Monday 13 July 2020.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Other options for you

Master of Education (TESOL)