Overview

You will study the methodology behind teaching as well as linguistics for language teachers, and experience practical hands-on learning. This flexible course can be studied either full-time in one semester (4-months) or part-time in one year. Learning is 100% online meaning you can study at your own pace and when it suits you.

Study a Graduate Certificate in TESOL and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) from University of Canberra and you will:

gain advanced knowledge and skills for professional practice in language teaching and learning
develop your understanding of a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds
gain an internationally recognised qualification you can use anywhere in the world
integrate theory and practice to build your knowledge in teaching linguistics and,
explore language teaching methodology and general pedagogy.

Career opportunities

Teaching English to migrants and refugees
Teaching a foreign language to speakers of English
Working in community language schools
Teaching languages in schools
Teaching English as an additional language or dialect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language Teaching Methodology

Language Teaching Experience

Language in Social Context

Study of Language

Language Acquisition

English Grammar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-02-03 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-07-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 22 other Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent as approved by the University Admissions Committee. No teaching experience is required.

CRICOS Code: 098023E

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

14500 AUD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14500 AUD for the full programme during 6 months.
National

4445 AUD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4445 AUD for the full programme during 6 months.

Domestic students have Commonwealth Supported Places

Living costs for Canberra

1425 - 2504 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for TESOL and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT).

Available Scholarships

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