Graduate Certificate of Science Specialisation Science for Primary/Middle School Teaching at University of Southern Queensland

The global demand for English language teachers, especially in China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, and across the Middle East, means those with the ability to teach English to speakers of other languages are sought after. The Graduate Certificate of TESOL is designed for prospective teachers wishing to teach English to speakers of other languages. It will prepare you for a variety of language teaching contexts in Australia and overseas. It integrates current theory and practice of TESOL, including teaching methodologies, programming and planning, and linguistics for language teaching. A range of language learners is considered, varying by age, social and cultural backgrounds.

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) postgraduate program is aimed at developing understanding and skills in the area of TESOL. The courses are also designed to help you develop disciplinary knowledge in the area of second language acquisition, as well as specific knowledge in the area of teaching English to speakers of other languages. The combination of theoretical knowledge and teaching methodology is designed to equip you with tools for classroom practice as a prospective TESOL practitioner. The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages courses allow you to study on campus, via online mode, or a combination of the two.

When children are exposed to positive educational experiences prior to school, their learning capabilities - and in turn their chances of excelling in school - are greatly improved. Macquarie has a strong reputation and long history in early childhood teaching and research, and you'll be taught by active researchers in early childhood. The Graduate Certificate of Early Childhood will develop your understanding of contemporary research-based early childhood principles and practice in selected areas. On successful completion, it offers an opportunity for students with an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent in a discipline other than early childhood education, to qualify for entry into Macquarie's master degrees in early childhood education.