Learning English as an Additional Language

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your study is delivered on campus and/or online
On campus, 100% online
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Area/Catalogue
EDUC X502
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Course ID
206449
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Campus
Mawson Lakes, Adelaide City Campus East, Online
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Education
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Toan Pham
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
University-wide elective icon
University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

The course aims to equip pre-service teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD). It explores the multifaceted nature of language and culture, their acquisition and use, and their implications for teaching and learning. Through both theoretical and practical approaches, the course fosters an understanding of multilingual pedagogies and culturally responsive practices. Additionally, it enhances students' abilities to design and implement lesson plans that cater to diverse linguistic backgrounds, while also developing critical thinking and reflective practices to create inclusive and effective learning environments.

  • EAL/D Foundations 
  • Instructional Strategies for EAL/D Learners 
  • Curriculum and Lesson Planning 

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse and apply theories of additional language learning in EALD pedagogy.
  • Interpret and apply resources from the Australian Curriculum and other relevant frameworks to support EALD learners.
  • Develop and evaluate effective EALD lesson planning and assessment strategies.
  • Demonstrate effective teaching skills by applying EALD instructional strategies and integrating diverse, multimodal resources to support learners through micro-teaching.
  • Reflect critically on teaching practices, incorporating multilingual pedagogies and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive learning environments.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Mawson Lakes

Class number
Class number 21847
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 12 Mar Thursday 1:10pm - 4pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-31
26 Mar - 9 Apr Thursday 1:10pm - 4pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-31
7 May - 28 May Thursday 1:10pm - 4pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-31
Class number
Class number 21846
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
25 Feb - 11 Mar Wednesday 3:10pm - 6pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-38
25 Mar - 8 Apr Wednesday 3:10pm - 6pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-38
6 May - 27 May Wednesday 3:10pm - 6pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-38

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 21849
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
27 Feb - 13 Mar Friday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 107
27 Mar - 10 Apr Friday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 107
8 May - 29 May Friday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 107
Class number
Class number 21848
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
25 Feb - 11 Mar Wednesday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 107
25 Mar - 8 Apr Wednesday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 107
6 May - 27 May Wednesday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 107

Online

Class number
Class number 20273
Section
Section 01OL
Size
Size 60
Available
Available 60
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
- Online ,

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Mawson Lakes

Class number
Class number 51979
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 20 Aug Thursday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-33
3 Sep - 24 Sep Thursday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-33
15 Oct - 22 Oct Thursday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building GP, GP2-33
Class number
Class number 51978
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
4 Aug - 18 Aug Tuesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building J, J1-03
1 Sep - 22 Sep Tuesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building J, J1-03
13 Oct - 20 Oct Tuesday 2:10pm - 5pm Mawson Lakes Building J, J1-03

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 51981
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 19 Aug Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 216
2 Sep - 23 Sep Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 216
14 Oct - 21 Oct Wednesday 2:10pm - 5pm Adelaide City Campus East Ligertwood, 216
Class number
Class number 51980
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 27
Available
Available 27
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 17 Aug Monday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, LG23
31 Aug - 21 Sep Monday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, LG23
12 Oct - 19 Oct Monday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East Napier, LG23

Online

Class number
Class number 50248
Section
Section 01OL
Size
Size 60
Available
Available 60
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
- Online ,

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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