Graduate Certificate in TESOL

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

095993A

Application Fee

AUD 154

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 6 month(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 22,496 / year

Next Intake July-2026

Graduate Certificate in TESOL

About

Overview

✓ Become qualified to teach English as an Additional Language (EAL)

✓Ideal for teachers (who are eligible for Victorian Institute of Teaching registration) wishing to gain an EAL teaching specialisation

✓ Gain 50 credit points towards the Master of TESOL

✓ Research-driven learning

Undertake this Graduate Certificate to get a taste of the 'Master of TESOL’ and gain an English as an Additional Language (EAL) specialisation to teach in schools. There is a high demand for English teachers worldwide and this internationally recognised course will allow you to work in a variety of educational settings.

Please note: the Graduate Certificate of TESOL does not provide an initial teacher qualification to register with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. For information on becoming a teacher, please visit the Become a Teacher page.

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Who is the course for?

This course is designed for ready-qualified teachers wishing to add English as an Additional Language (EAL) as a specialised area. It’s for teachers looking to deepen their current skills and equip them with the principles and approaches to teaching TESOL – including curriculum design and evaluation. If you’re interested in completing the full Master of TESOL with us, graduates of the Graduate Certificate in TESOL will be eligible to apply for entry to the Master of TESOL with 50 credit points of advanced standing for the ‘EAL Teaching’ specialisation.

Why choose the Graduate Certificate in TESOL with us?

If you’re looking to explore teaching English as an additional language, the Graduate Certificate is an excellent entry to this field. At the Faculty of Education, you’ll be taught by a number of internationally recognised education experts. As students of Faculty researchers, you’ll experience research-led learning, focusing on concepts and findings, sometimes even before publishing. Alongside being taught by thought-leaders in this field, the course has been built for practical application in the real world, so you can return to teaching with the skills in place.

University of Melbourne has a strong and globally recognised reputation – the University is #1 in Australia for education and training (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) and is at the cutting edge of teaching and research.

Support while you learn

We take pride in the excellent support we offer our Graduate Certificate in TESOL students from enrolment, throughout their studies, and beyond. If you are an Indigenous student, we offer a range of support services here at the University of Melbourne via Murrup Barak.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:

A four-year degree in education (or equivalent) OR
An undergraduate qualification in any discipline AND at least 100 credit points (or equivalent) of graduate study in education.

In addition to the above entry criteria, you must be eligible for teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Contact the VIT to determine your eligibility.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

English language test score requirements
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

7.0

with written 7.0 and no band less than 6.0
TOEFL

94+

with writing 27; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13
PEARSON

72+

with written communicative skill of 75 and no other communicative skill below 60
CAMBRIDGE

185+

with no less than 185 in writing and no less than 169 in each other skill
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

About selection

When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

English Program Requirements

English language test score requirements

If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

7.0

with written 7.0 and no band less than 6.0

TOEFL

94+

with writing 27; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13

PEARSON

72+

with written communicative skill of 75 and no other communicative skill below 60

CAMBRIDGE

185+

with no less than 185 in writing and no less than 169 in each other skill

*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

Career

Careers

Graduates with Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration will be eligible to apply for EAL positions within Victorian schools. You'll finish the course with the ability to critique and manage language curricular and resources which are culturally and linguistically appropriate. In the wider education field, you’ll be able to promote social justice, employability, career awareness, wellbeing and citizenship through educational policy and practice.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the VIT to determine eligibility if they do not already hold current registration.

INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS & FUTURE STUDY

Through your education studies, teaching placements and research projects, you will develop strong professional and personal connections with community and industry that will open doors to an outstanding future. After successfully completing this course, you will be eligible to for 50 credit points towards the Master of TESOL, as well as other master courses.

HIGHLY EMPLOYABLE

Finish your course confident of gaining employment, thanks to the excellent reputation of the Faculty of Education. We are consistently ranked #1 in Australia and in the global top 16 for Education (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Education and Training), meaning a degree from us is a globally-recognised achievement.

Meet TESOL alumni: Afina Nazira

“What I loved most about being a student at the Faculty of Education was the community that I was in. My classmates were English language teachers coming from different countries, backgrounds and range of experiences and that was one of the valuable aspects that I personally believe I could not find elsewhere. It was an eye-opening journey for me as I reflected on my current practice when it was being compared to other teachers who were also teaching the same language in their respective countries.”

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