Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Graduates from the programme will gain:

• research-informed understanding of the history and future trends of English language learning
• an understanding of the theories, practices, and politics of second language acquisition and language teaching/learning
• the ability to design and implement English language learning activities
• an appreciation of linguistic and pedagogical innovation and change.

This programme is taught entirely online, so is an ideal fit for people who are currently working or are based overseas.

Postgraduate certificates and diplomas require a relevant bachelor's degree. If you gained your qualifications overseas, these will need to be assessed to ensure they are of an equivalent standard.

You are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

The programme is made up of 60 points (two courses). The coursework involves assignments, activities, project work, and research.

There is flexibility in order of courses, so students can start in July or November. This Certificate will usually be completed within 7 months part-time.

The programme is made up of two courses:

• EDEM 615 Learning and Teaching Languages
• EDEM 631 Foundations of Language Acquisition

Subject to the approval of the Dean of Education and Health Sciences, a student may transfer courses passed with a B grade or higher for the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages to the:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Education (endorsed in Teaching and Learning Languages)
• Master of Education (endorsed in Teaching and Learning Languages)
• Master of Computer-Assisted Language Learning
• Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.