Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
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Overview
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
A Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (PGDipTESOL) provides advanced knowledge of language development, acquisition, and learning to promote additive bilingualism in diverse and complex educational contexts. Through critical engagement with contemporary issues in language education, policy, and practice, students develop the specialised knowledge and skills to support multilingual learners and create inclusive learning opportunities in local and global settings.
The PGDipTESOL offers two pathway options: a coursework pathway and a placement pathway. Students may choose to extend their theoretical and professional knowledge through advanced coursework or gain practical experience through a supervised placement in a language education setting.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Gain a deep understanding of how language is learnt, taught, and supported in diverse educational contexts.
- Explore how culture, identity, perspectives, and environment can shape the experiences and opportunities of multilingual learners.
- Build meaningful relationships with learners, whānau, and wider communities to support language learning and educational success.
- Learn how to adapt research-informed teaching approaches to respond to students’ unique needs, strengths, and cultural backgrounds.
- Apply TESOL knowledge and skills in New Zealand schools through a supervised placement pathway.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Gain a deep understanding of how language is learnt, taught, and supported in diverse educational contexts.
- Explore how culture, identity, perspectives, and environment can shape the experiences and opportunities of multilingual learners.
- Build meaningful relationships with learners, whānau, and wider communities to support language learning and educational success.
- Learn how to adapt research-informed teaching approaches to respond to students’ unique needs, strengths, and cultural backgrounds.
- Apply TESOL knowledge and skills in New Zealand schools through a supervised placement pathway.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
To enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (PGDipTESOL), you must hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree, with at least a B grade average.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes. You are also required to meet the language requirements set out by Matatū Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
To enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (PGDipTESOL), you must hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree, with at least a B grade average.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes. You are also required to meet the language requirements set out by Matatū Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Postgraduate Diploma in TESOL is made up of 120 points, which includes 90 points of compulsory courses and 30 points of elective courses.
Starting February, July, or November, the Diploma will take 1 year of full-time study to complete or can be completed within 3 years part-time study.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Postgraduate Diploma in TESOL is made up of 120 points, which includes 90 points of compulsory courses and 30 points of elective courses.
Starting February, July, or November, the Diploma will take 1 year of full-time study to complete or can be completed within 3 years part-time study.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Compulsory courses
Complete all of the following:
- EDME415 Learning and Teaching Languages
- EDME431 Foundations of Language Acquisition and Learning
- EDME632 Issues in Language Acquisition and Learning
Elective courses
For the coursework pathway, choose one course from the following:
- EDME433 Digital and AI Pedagogies for Enhanced Learning
- EDME653 Meeting the Needs of Students with Literacy Difficulties
- EDME659 Advancing Pacific Educational Success
- EDME685 Culturally Inclusive Pedagogies: Motivating Diverse Learners
- LING400 English Structures
- LING615 World Englishes
For the placement pathway, complete the following:
For the research methods pathway toward studying a Masters degree , complete the following:
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Compulsory courses
Complete all of the following:
- EDME415 Learning and Teaching Languages
- EDME431 Foundations of Language Acquisition and Learning
- EDME632 Issues in Language Acquisition and Learning
Elective courses
For the coursework pathway, choose one course from the following:
- EDME433 Digital and AI Pedagogies for Enhanced Learning
- EDME653 Meeting the Needs of Students with Literacy Difficulties
- EDME659 Advancing Pacific Educational Success
- EDME685 Culturally Inclusive Pedagogies: Motivating Diverse Learners
- LING400 English Structures
- LING615 World Englishes
For the placement pathway, complete the following:
For the research methods pathway toward studying a Masters degree , complete the following:
Domestic students
Tuition fee estimate to be confirmed.
International students
2027 tuition fee estimate: $40,200 (120 points)
2028 tuition fee estimate: $42,200 (120 points)
Domestic students
Tuition fee estimate to be confirmed.
International students
2027 tuition fee estimate: $40,200 (120 points)
2028 tuition fee estimate: $42,200 (120 points)
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
PGDipTESOL graduates will be prepared for roles in teaching English language as well as curriculum development, language education consultancy, and educational leadership.
A career in TESOL can take you around the world working in private language schools, universities, primary schools, or secondary schools within diverse communities supporting speakers of other languages in their learning journey.
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
PGDipTESOL graduates will be prepared for roles in teaching English language as well as curriculum development, language education consultancy, and educational leadership.
A career in TESOL can take you around the world working in private language schools, universities, primary schools, or secondary schools within diverse communities supporting speakers of other languages in their learning journey.
