About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Second Language Teaching (GDipSLT) grounds second language teachers in the knowledge and theories of Linguistics. It can be completed in two semesters of full-time, or its equivalent in part-time, study. Although not a formal teaching qualification, it is nationally and internationally recognised as a complementary professional programme of study. It is designed for four groups of students: language teachers in schools and colleges, registered teachers who plan to work overseas, international teachers of English as a second language, and tertiary education staff who teach a foreign language. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: NZ$34,251

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Dunedin
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Dunedin
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Dunedin
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Dunedin

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Otago

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities) on the advice of the GDipSLT Admissions Committee.

　　Every applicant must either be a graduate, or have obtained a teaching qualification and be able to present evidence of appropriate teaching experience acceptable to the GDipSLT Admissions Committee.

　　Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities) on the advice of the Dean, College of Education, who must be satisfied that, in accordance with Section 24 of the Education Amendment Act 2011, the applicant satisfies the minimum requirements for admission to an initial teacher education programme as sepecified by the relevant professional body.

　　Every applicant must have:

　　a degree (at Level 7 or above on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework) with an average grade of at least B in the final year major subject requirements for a bachelor?s degree (requiring papers worth at least 360 points) or in the course components for a postgraduate qualification, or,

　　alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).

　　IELTS: Score of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL IBT: Score of 90 with a minimum writing score of 22 TOEFL PBT: score of 587 (TWE 4.5)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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

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