Specialization in Teaching English Grammar (TEG)

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)

• 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.

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

2025 Dates:

• January 2 - March 14
• March 24 - June 6
• June 18 - September 5
• October 1 - December 12

2025 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.)

For all 2025 program dates and prices, visit the Dates and Prices page or download the 2025 Dates & Prices document. This document also lists the financial verification required for your program application if you need the Form I-20 for a student visa.