Graduate Diploma in Teaching

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• Course description

  This is a course designed to help you become a specialist teacher in one of the following three fields: 1) Adult literacy, numeracy and English as an additional language education, 2) English as an additional language or dialect in school education or 3) international English education. As a student in the course, you will develop the knowledge and skills for professional practice in your chosen field.

  The course is distinctive in three ways. Firstly, the course is open to both career changers, new to teaching, and to qualified teachers seeking an additional specialist qualification. Secondly, you will have the benefit of two periods of supervised teaching practicums in authentic teaching contexts relevant to the specialist area you have chosen. In addition, you will experience modelling and treatment of strength-based approaches to teaching that recognise learners’ diverse linguistic repertoires and life experiences as valuable resources and assets for learning.

  After developing foundational knowledge and skills in language and literacy education, you will build and apply specialist knowledge and skills for your chosen field. You will learn how to analyse the needs and goals of learners and critically evaluate the suitability of available programs. You will work with current industry tools such as curricula and assessment frameworks used in your specialist field, to plan and apply sequences of lessons and assessments for diverse groups of learners.

  You will have the benefit of learning from academics who have strong connections with industry partners as well as research engagement in your chosen field. This means that you will not only be taught what you need to be ‘job-ready’, but also develop the scholarly resources to think critically about alternative approaches that might benefit your learners.

  The course features flexible study options, with classes aimed to be held at times suitable for students working standard full-time hours. Credit recognition may be available if you are already a qualified teacher.

   

  The course enables students to gain a recognised specialist teaching qualification in one of three streams. The first stream focuses on teaching English for academic purposes (EAP) where graduates teach English to international students who are studying or seeking to study university courses in institutions where English is the medium of instruction. The second stream is designed for teaching adults who are developing their English language, literacy and/ or numeracy skills as part of a migrant education and settlement program; a ‘second chance’ education program; a job-seeker, vocational or workplace program; or a community education program. The third stream is for qualified school teachers who work in Australia or overseas, and who wish to add specialisation in teaching English as an additional language and literacy to primary or secondary school students. Graduates of the course can expect to have their qualifications recognised for teaching EAP in English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) colleges; teaching in government funded adult migrant English programs, job-seeker programs and community-based English language, literacy and numeracy courses in vocational education and training (VET) and community colleges; or for teaching EAL/D and literacy in primary or secondary schools, depending on their specialist stream.

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• Scholarships and prizes

  Discover our scholarships for undergraduate, postgraduate and research students. Our scholarships celebrate diversity and academic excellence. Use the scholarship search tool to find the right scholarship for you.

  Scholarships for domestic students

  Scholarships for international students

• Course duration

  This course is offered on a one-year, full-time or two-year, part-time basis.

• Admission requirements

  To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

  Applicants must have a:

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in any field of study

  Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

  English language requirements

  IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT (0-120): overall 79, writing 21 TOEFL iBT (1-6): overall 4, writing 4.5 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A / C2P: overall 176, writing 169

• Domestic course fees

  2026 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students

  This course offers a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.  

  CSP applications are reviewed continuously by the university and offered based on merit, so we recommend applying early to be considered. Learn more about applying for a CSP, eligibility and key dates.

  2026 Tuition Fees

  • Indicative first-year tuition fee:
  • Indicative Total tuition fee:

  Tuition fees are reviewed annually, with any new rates effective from the beginning of each calendar year. The total indicative tuition fee includes estimated annual increases over the duration of the course.

  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include:

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges). 

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table.

  Alumni Advantage Program 

  As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program. 

  If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.

  Information for Masters by Research students: Government-funded scholarship places available

  As a recipient of the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarship, you do not have to pay tuition fees for up to the maximum period of candidature. However, even with this scholarship, you should expect ongoing costs that aren’t covered, like travel, training, and professional development. These costs can vary for each person, so it’s important to plan accordingly. Additionally, scholarships are available to help with your living expenses.

  Important details: The RTP Fees Offset Scholarship covers your tuition fees, but please note that it doesn’t include additional costs related to studying or conducting research. Additional fees for domestic students. For more information visit Research student fees.

  2026 Indicative tuition fees for domestic students

  As a postgraduate student, you'll be responsible for covering your own tuition fees.

  2026 Tuition Fee

  • Indicative first-year tuition fee:  $23,010.00
  • Indicative total tuition fee:  $23,010.00

  You can choose to pay your fees upfront per session, or if you’re eligible, you can defer them using a government FEE-HELP loan. This loan helps you cover all or part of your tuition fees. Keep in mind that applications for this loan are specific to each course.

  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include:

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table

  Alumni Advantage Program 

  As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program. 

  If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.
 

  Information for Masters by Research students: Government-funded scholarship places available

  As a recipient of the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarship, you do not have to pay tuition fees for up to the maximum period of candidature. However, even with this scholarship, you should expect ongoing costs that aren’t covered, like travel, training, and professional development. These costs can vary for each person, so it’s important to plan accordingly. Additionally, scholarships are available to help with your living expenses.

  Important details: The RTP Fees Offset Scholarship covers your tuition fees, but please note that it doesn’t include additional costs related to studying or conducting research. Additional fees for domestic students. For more information visit Research student fees.

• Inherent requirements

  Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.

• Recognition of prior learning

  Students may be granted some recognition of prior learning if they have completed:

  • Adult teaching qualification at undergraduate or postgraduate level
  • CELTA
  • Cert IV TESOL
  • Minimum of two years full-time employment in the English language Teaching field (i.e. the industry in which students are gaining the qualification)
  • Primary teaching qualification at an undergraduate or Masters level
  • Secondary teaching qualification recognised by NSW DET at an undergraduate or Masters level
  • Secondary teaching qualification recognised by NSW DET at an undergraduate or Masters level with a specialisation in EAL/D or Languages or English
  • Teaching experience in TESOL in an ESL context at a primary, secondary or adult level for 2 years fulltime or more
  • Teaching Multilingual Learners microcredential from the University of Sydney

• Articulation with UTS courses

  This course is part of an articulated program comprising C04420 Master of TESOL and Applied Linguistics (Extension), C04305 Master of TESOL and Applied Linguistics, C06116 Graduate Diploma in Teaching and C11254 Graduate Certificate in TESOL. All courses are entry points whilst the Masters, Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate also operate as exit points.

• Important notes

  Commonwealth Supported Places 

  There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs)  available in this course, which are competitive and awarded based on merit. To be considered for a CSP, applicants must: 

  • Indicate their interest in a CSP on their application. 

  • Apply on time in line with CSP deadlines (it is recommended applicants apply early as applications are assessed progressively). 

  Eligible applicants must accept their offer by the lapse date to retain their place. For application deadlines and information, please refer to Postgraduate courses with Commonwealth Supported Places.