Specialization in Teaching English Grammar

Classes:
 

• Advanced Analysis of English Sentence Structure I (3 units)

• Advanced Analysis of English Sentence Structure II (3 units)

• Grammar and Editing I (3 units)

Are you an advanced ESL speaker needing to refine your knowledge of English grammar in written and spoken communications? In this course, you will review the grammar points necessary to correct the most common problems in writing by non-native speakers of English, such as knowing the appropriate usage of present perfect vs. simple past, prepositions, articles, punctuation, and more. Learn how to recognize and correct your grammar errors and learn how to find the right answers to specific, recurring grammar questions. 

• Grammar and Editing II (3 units)

This course is designed for advanced ESL speakers who must demonstrate excellent English grammar in formal written and spoken communications and thus need to improve their knowledge and skills in grammar. Review the grammar points necessary to identify and correct the most common problems in writing, such as the correct usage of conjunctions, prepositions, punctuation, usage, and more. Learn how to recognize and correct your own grammar errors and learn how to find the right answers to specific, recurring grammar questions.

Duration: 2-3 Quarters
Delivery Method: In-person
Visa: F-1 student visa
Program Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, occasional Saturdays

• Daytime and evening courses

• Schedule varies

Enrollment in the TEG specialization is only available to those who are already enrolled in another full-time TEFL program. Students can only complete the TEG specialization if they will study in TEG programs for 6 months or more. Please view the full-time program webpages for admission requirements.  

• TEFL Professional Certificate 
• TEFL Proficiency  
• Advanced Studies in TEFL 

Age: 18+ 
 
Language Proficiency Requirement: 

• TOEFL iBT: 79

• IELTS: 6.5

• B2 First (Cambridge English: First-FCE): B2/C1

• C1 Advanced (Cambridge English Advanced-CAE):180-C1 and C2 Proficiency (Cambridge English Proficiency-CPE): 180-C1

• Duolingo English Test (DET): 110

• Pearson Test of English (PTE): 58

• TOEIC (all four subjects are required):

  • Listening: 445 

  • Reading: 420 

  • Speaking: 170

  • Writing: 165

• ELI level (8-week programs): 7 or higher

For questions regarding alternative English proficiency exams, please email ipadmission@ucsd.edu.

Additional Admission Requirements

• Copy of your transcripts in English for the two most recent years of academic studies

• A one-page statement explaining why you would like to take any TEFL Certificate program

All enrolled students are required to complete an online pre-arrival orientation before starting the specialization in Teaching English Grammar (TEG). 

2024 Dates:
 

• January 3 - March 15
• March 27 - June 7
• June 26 - September 6
• October 2 - December 13

View a complete list of all program dates. 

2024 Prices:
 

• TEG Program Fee: $95 (non-refundable)
• It is possible to take some of the TEG classes as part of your full-time TEFL Program. Additional classes cost $500 each. The Program Advisor will assist you with creating an academic plan during the program orientation.
• Books/Materials: Approximately $200-$800 per quarter (Payment for all books and instructional materials CANNOT be made in advance and are to be purchased upon arrival at UC San Diego.)

Ying-Ting Wang
 Taiwan
 
 I participated in many practical learning experiences at UC San Diego. I created my own lesson plans, teaching different language skills. I also had plenty of chances to do demonstrations and receive constructive feedback from my peers and teachers, which has helped me develop my own teaching style and better understand how to be a great English teacher. I will apply every single lesson in my future classroom.