The University of Melbourne

Master of Applied Linguistics

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

Applied linguists have increasingly more positions for work in the world today and the Master of Applied Linguistics will train you for these jobs with a theoretical and practical foundation. Linguistics at the University of Melbourne is ranked 25 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022). This course brings a research component to your existing knowledge so that you will graduate with a competitive edge in language teaching, language assessment and language program evaluation.

Structure

  • 200 point program (2 years full-time or part-time equivalent)
  • 150 point program (1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent)
  • 100 point program (1 year full-time or part-time equivalent)

Subjects

  • Concepts in Applied Linguistics
  • Second Language Acquisition
  • Applied Linguistics Thesis
  • Projects in Applied Linguistics
  • Presenting Academic Discourse
  • Research in Applied Linguistics
  • Quantitative Methods in Language Studies
  • Language Assessment
  • English Phonetics and Phonology
  • Grammar in Use
  • Sociolinguistics and Language Learning
  • Second Language Writing
  • Language Curriculum Design
  • Second Language Pragmatics
  • Psycholinguistics
  • Language Program Evaluation
  • English in a Globalised World
  • Bilingualism
  • Discourse and Interaction
  • Transcultural Communication at Work

Standard entry requirements

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a University of Melbourne Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (or equivalent).

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online International: $94,484 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
Online Domestic: $65,050
No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years
Parkville International: $94,484 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
Parkville Domestic: $65,050
No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years

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