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Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Graduate Certificate.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) explores the theoretical foundations of second language education, with emphasis on sociocultural contexts and key issues in TESOL practice. It is designed for teaching professionals, education leaders, researchers and policymakers seeking to strengthen their expertise and apply new insights in day-to-day work. This is a Graduate Certificate in Education & Teaching. The programme enhances curriculum leadership, pedagogical innovation, and educational policy understanding for professional educators.

Career outcome

Graduates may enhance or extend careers in English language teaching and TESOL-related roles across schools, language centres, higher education and community programs. The course also supports progression into education leadership, curriculum or program coordination, and roles linked to research or policy work in second language education settings. It does not in itself provide a professional teaching qualification. This is a Graduate Certificate in Education & Teaching. Preparing graduates for education leadership, instructional design, and advanced teaching specialist roles.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$27,050 per year

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CSP: A$2,369
Full Fee Paying: A$16,000

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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GCTESOLT1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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