About the course

The Graduate Certificate of Arts (TESOL) is designed to meet the demand for a certificate course in TESOL. This 6-months course aims to facilitate the development of disciplinary knowledge in second language acquisition, focusing on the area of teaching English to speakers of other languages, equip prospective and in-service teachers with basic tools for classroom practice in the area of TESOL, explore current theories and pedagogy in second/foreign language teaching, investigate classroom issues related to teaching TESOL, and critique second/ foreign language teaching methodologies.

　　The Graduate Certificate of Arts (TESOL) programme complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework and is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency. It is taught by highly qualified and experienced lecturers trained in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom. Classes are conducted via blended delivery. The duration of this program is six months (1 semester). A semester is only 16 weeks long. Weekly online discussions and tutorial sessions are conducted via Canvas learning management system to keep track of student progress. The course also includes one unit which is conducted fully online, giving students the ultimate flexibility to learn and study at their own pace and convenience. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Fees: MYRM10,648

Intake	Location
September, 2024	Kuching
February, 2025	Kuching
September, 2025	Kuching

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Swinburne University of Technology - Sarawak Campus

Applicants should have an approved undergraduate qualification in any discipline from a recognised university or college with a CGPA equivalent to a Malaysian CGPA of 2.5 or above.

　　IELTS - 6.5 (no individual band below 6.0)

　　TOEFL - 79 (Reading no less than 20, Writing no less than 18)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Swinburne University of Technology - Sarawak Campus. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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