39230QLD
Vocational Graduate Certificate in TESOL and English Language Development
Program CRICOS Number:067896A
Do you want to teach English in your own country or overseas? Do you want to improve your English at the same time? Do you want a qualification higher than your Bachelor’s Degree? Our Vocational Graduate Certificate in TESOL and English Language Development program is specifically designed to give you the practical skills to teach English internationally and to improve your English. You will learn the latest teaching strategies and methodology in practical classes for developing the English language proficiency of a wide range of second language learners. You will also take part in English language classes designed to improve your own English ability.
Entry Requirements
You may enrol in 39230QLD Vocational Graduate Certificate in TESOL and English Language Development if you have the following:
• a Bachelor Degree (any discipline), three-year diploma or other equivalent higher education qualification;
or
• not less than three years full-time vocational TESOL experience (or equivalent) without a recognised higher education qualification;
and
• IELTS 5.5 with no score under 5 / ISLPR four skills at 2+ as a minimum.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the program you will be able to teach English language courses across a range of sectors overseas including:
• private conversation schools for adults
• high schools and primary schools (provided you have the necessary country-specific teaching qualifications or registration)
• private lessons and small group lessons.
(NB: other qualifications may be necessary in certain countries in certain TESOL contexts)
• private conversation schools for adults
• high schools and primary schools (provided you have the necessary country-specific teaching qualifications or registration)
• private lessons and small group lessons.
(NB: other qualifications may be necessary in certain countries in certain TESOL contexts)
Program Duration
Full Time : 18 weeks (1 semester)
A minimum of 20 hours per week face-to face delivery
A minimum of 20 hours per week face-to face delivery
Program Articulation
The units in this program make up half of 39231QLD Vocational Graduate Diploma of TESOL and English Language Development.
Program Award
Vocational Graduate Certificate
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588
Applications Close
There are two intakes per year; February and July. Enrolment follows successful completion of a pre-course task and interview.
Cost
$7,500.00
For Additional Information
| Location: | International |
| Telephone: | 617 3244 5100 |
| Facsimile: | 617 3244 5588 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | SouthBank Campus International Services C Block Level 1 Ernest Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Southbank International Services Locked Mail Bag 111 SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101 AUSTRALIA |
| Email: | sbit.international@southbank.edu.au |
| Find us at: | www.sbi.net.au |
Outline
| Course Code | Course Name |
| TES801A | Design TESOL lesson plans |
| TES802A | Deliver and evaluate TESOL lessons |
| TES803A | Design a unit of work in TESOL |
| TES804A | Deliver and evaluate a TESOL unit of work |
| TES805A | Develop own broad and specialised English |
International Student Information
Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute campus is located at Southbank close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.
Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.
Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 16 February 2010
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements

