Graduate Diploma in TESOL and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) (EDG301.1)

About the course

This Graduate Diploma in TESOL and Foreign Language Teaching (FLT) builds practical capability to teach English to speakers of other languages and to teach additional languages in varied educational contexts. You’ll develop contemporary language-teaching knowledge, culturally responsive approaches, and skills to design, deliver and evaluate effective language programs. The course suits educators seeking specialist, postgraduate preparation in language teaching. The programme enhances curriculum leadership, pedagogical innovation, and educational policy understanding for professional educators.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles teaching English as an additional language or teaching foreign languages across schools, colleges, community programs, and private language providers. The qualification can support work in adult education, migrant and international student support, curriculum and resource development, and language program coordination. This Graduate Diploma prepares you for specialist practice in Education & Teaching focused on TESOL and languages. Preparing graduates for education leadership, instructional design, and advanced teaching specialist roles.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)