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Study load:

Full time

Duration:

1 Year

Mode:

North Ryde

Guaranteed entry:

80

Intakes:

20 feb - 15 Jun

Overview

The Diploma in Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language provides a comprehensive foundation for aspiring Japanese educators. The program delves into Japanese grammar, explores the language's historical roots, equips you with classroom management strategies, and guides you in developing engaging learning materials. Additionally, you'll gain insights into school psychology to understand student behavior and learning styles.

Learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate a deep understanding of Japanese grammar and linguistic structures.
  • Explain the historical development and evolution of the Japanese language.
  • Apply foundational concepts of school psychology to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Develop effective communication skills for teaching Japanese to foreign language learners.
  • Implement classroom management strategies to foster a productive learning atmosphere.
  • Design engaging and culturally relevant learning materials and curriculum for Japanese language instruction.

Career Pathways

Career information

This diploma qualifies you for teaching Japanese as a foreign language in various settings, including:

Private language institutes
International schools
Community language programs
Online language platforms

Professions

  • Language Instructor
  • Language Teacher
  • Curriculum Developer
  • Educational Specialist
  • Educational Researcher

Program

Semester 1

TitleSubjectPoints
Japanese GrammarDJFL 11013
Origin of Japanese LanguageDJFL 11023
School PsychologyDJFL 11033
Japanese AestheticDJFL 11043
Japanese Communication SkillsDJFL 11053

Semester 2

TitleSubjectPoints
Classroom ManagementDJFL 12013
Material and Curriculum DevelopmentDJFL 12023
Research Methodology IDJFL 12033

Fees

Payments can be made each semester, on a course-by-course basis.

Free  ProgramAdmission feeWhole program fee
            –5000 LKR8000 LKR

Note

  • 1. The duration of programs is flexible and can be adapted on an individual basis upon enrolment.
  • 2. Program fees are priced and invoiced in Vietnam Dong (VND).
  • 3. Payment in other currencies will be converted to VND at the exchange rate on that day. Bank transfer is the preferred method of payment.
  • 4. The fees in USD are ONLY applicable to those international students who arrange for payment from overseas, as per Circular No. 32/2013/TT-NHNN.
  • 5. Tuition fees and medical insurance fees are subject to change without notice.

entry requirements

Academic requirements

Academic requirements

Vietnamese Upper Secondary School (High School) Graduation Diploma with a minimum GPA of 7.0/10.0 for Grade 12 (For other international qualifications please view entry requirements by country​

Academic pathway

You can gain entry to this program from UniSTART Academic program or the Foundation Studies program.

English requirements

Successfully complete RMIT Vietnam English Advanced, or complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
  • TOEFL iBT 79 (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) 58 (no communication band below 50)
  • C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)) or C2 Proficiency (formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) 176 (no less than 169 in any component)
  • For other recognised English results, please view English equivalency requirements.

What you need to apply

Your application will require certified copies of the following documents:

  • 1. Passport
  • 2. Evidence of previous academic qualifications and transcripts (including translations if your qualifications are not in English)
  • 3. Evidence of English proficiency (where applicable)

Steps to apply

  • 1. Decide on your course
  • 2. Explore your entry options and check the requirements
  • 3. Gather your documentation
  • 4. Submit your application