| Course Name |
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Applied Language Centre - UCD |
| Course Code |
Z173 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
GradDip |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Starting: September 2015 |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 year full-time |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Applicants should hold a primary degree (at least 2nd class honours or equivalent, in any discipline), have an appropriate initial training qualification in TESOL, and have a minimum of two years’ relevant teaching experience in Ireland or
ove...
Hide-Applicants should hold a primary degree (at least 2nd class honours or equivalent, in any discipline), have an appropriate initial training qualification in TESOL, and have a minimum of two years’ relevant teaching experience in Ireland or
overseas. The number of places on the course is strictly limited and selection is based on written application and interview. Please note, in order to teach in Ireland after your course, your initial TESOL qualification should be accredited or recognised by ACELS.
- Applicants, whose first language is not English, should have an overall band of 7.0 in IELTS (with a 7.0 in listening and writing components).
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| Comment |
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
This programme is suitable for teachers of English as a second, foreign or additional language who have an appropriate initial teaching qualification and a minimum of two years’ relevant teaching experience. Applicants should have a minimum of C1 level English. |
| Course Content |
Expand+GradDip TESOL
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 60)
The Grad Dip TESOL is an internationally recognised qualification in the field of English language education.
- develops the professional competences essential to work in leadership ...
Hide-GradDip TESOL
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 60)
The Grad Dip TESOL is an internationally recognised qualification in the field of English language education.
- develops the professional competences essential to work in leadership positions within the field
- enables participants critically investigate aspects of own classroom practice in a supportive and developmental environment
- introduces participants to a wide range of academic and professional networks within the field of TESOL
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| Subjects Taught |
Stage 1 - Core
The English Language for TESOL
LANG40590
The English Teaching Context
LANG40600
The TESOL Programme
LANG40610
SLA + TESOL pedagogy
LANG40630
Stage 1 - Option
The TESOL Research Process
LANG40620
Teaching Practice, Observation & Feedback
LANG40640
Sociolinguistics for AL
LING40290
Meaning
LING40300 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the programme aim to apply for senior positions within TESOL – posts of responsibility such as Academic Directors, teacher trainers, materials designers, examiners, senior teachers, course designers and beyond. The international field of TESOL continues to expand and there are exciting opportunities for graduates with advanced qualifications.
Related Programmes
MA TESOL FT
MA in TESOL Studies FT |
| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Brian Rice
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 7900 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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