Study Graduate Diploma in Second Language Teaching (GDipSLT) at The University of Otago in New Zealand, Division of Humanities

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Graduate Diploma in Second Language Teaching (GDipSLT) grounds second language teachers in the knowledge and theories of Linguistics. It can be completed in two semesters of full-time, or its equivalent in part-time, study. Although not a formal teaching qualification, it is nationally and internationally recognised as a complementary professional programme of study. It is designed for four groups of students: language teachers in schools and colleges registered teachers who plan to work overseas international teachers of English as a second language and tertiary education staff who teach a foreign language.

Which department am I in?

Division of Humanities

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

NZ$37,380.00 (US$ 22,297) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2026

Venue

Dunedin Campus

University of Otago Clocktower Building,

362 Leith Street,

DUNEDIN,

North Dunedin,

9016, South Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities) on the advice of the GDipSLT Admissions Committee.

Every applicant must either be a graduate, or have obtained a teaching qualification and be able to present evidence of appropriate teaching experience acceptable to the GDipSLT Admissions Committee.

English language requirements

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.