11109NAT · AQF Level 8
Graduate Diploma of TESOL
The 11109NAT Graduate Diploma of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a postgraduate qualification for educators seeking to teach English in Australia or internationally. It is suited to teachers, trainers, and community educators working with migrant communities, international students, or overseas learners seeking formal TESOL credentials.
- Qualification code
- 11109NAT
- AQF level
- Level 8
- Duration
- 18–24 months
- Delivery
- Online, Blended
- Price range
- From $5,500
What you'll learn
- Applied linguistics and language acquisition theory
- Curriculum design and lesson planning for EFL/ESL contexts
- Assessment and feedback strategies for English language learners
- Teaching adult and young learners in TESOL contexts
- Technology-enhanced language teaching (e-learning, digital tools)
- Intercultural communication and classroom management
- Research skills and reflective practice in TESOL
Career outcomes
Typical roles held by graduates of the Graduate Diploma of TESOL. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.
TESOL Teacher (Australia)
$65,000–$90,000
ELICOS Instructor
$60,000–$85,000
English Language Trainer (Corporate)
$70,000–$100,000
EFL Teacher (International)
Variable
Entry requirements
Applicants typically hold a degree in Education, Linguistics, or a related field, or a Diploma-level qualification with teaching experience. Native or near-native English proficiency is required.
RPL available for this qualification
Experienced English language teachers with 3+ years of TESOL practice may qualify for RPL. Lesson plans, student assessment records, and workplace performance reviews can support your RPL application.
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