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Units indexed by faculty Postgraduate Diploma of Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)Course code: 0111 + Course abbreviation: PGDipEd(TESOL) + Total credit points required: 48 + 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Study mode and course locationOn-campus (Clayton) Course descriptionThis course is designed primarily to meet the requirements of trained teachers who wish to gain higher professional qualifications and expertise in the field of teaching English to speakers of other languages. Entry requirementsTo be eligible for admission to the course applicants must hold either:
Applicants must also be experienced teachers who hold a teaching qualification recognised in Australia. English language requirementsApplicants who are not native speakers of English will be required to demonstrate substantial competence in written and spoken English before admission. These requirements are: (i) education in full English medium in an English-speaking country, or (ii) IELTS -- 7.0 global (no score below 6); TOEFL -- 600 with TWE of 5; computer-based TOEFL -- 250. Course structureThe course consists of 48 points of study. For professional accreditation, a 22-day fieldwork must also be completed in association with EDF6238 (Advanced practicum in language teaching: TESOL). Students will complete four of the following 12-point specialist elective units: Specialist elective units
NoteThis course outline is indicative of the program students will follow, but is subject to change. Students should consult their course coordinator to assist in planning their program. Check the current timetable for unit availability via the website at www.education.monash.edu.au/students/current/timetables after 30 September. ArticulationCandidates for the Postgraduate Diploma of Education (TESOL) who show satisfactory performance (credit level and above) in at least two units may, at the discretion of the course coordinator, make application to convert to candidature for the MEd (TESOL). Contact detailsInquiries: telephone +61 3 9905 2819 or visit www.education.monash.edu.au. Course coordinatorDr Margaret Gearon Previous page | Next page | Section contents | Title and contents |