Applied linguistics
Why study Applied linguistics?
Advance your knowledge and skills if you have teaching qualifications in LOTE and TESOL, or move into these areas if your qualification is in another area.
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for roles in the planning, administration and delivery of TESOL and other language and literacy programs in schools, community organisations or adult education. Roles include tutor, lecturer, ESL or language teacher, and language curriculum coordinator. Masters graduates may do research relevant to their responsibilities and interests.
Courses
Local students
2013
Graduate Diploma in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
- Duration :
- 1 year full-time or 2-3 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This advanced course is suitable for teachers wishing to upgrade their qualifications in teaching English to speakers of other languages. It may be taken at two levels - an introductory level for those with limited previous TESOL experience, or a more advanced level for those with more than three years' practical TESOL experience.
- Prerequisite
- Approved Bachelor's degree or teaching qualification.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2013): $14 690 for 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- Students must provide a certified copy of a valid Working with Children card prior to undertaking teaching placements.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University by 15 February for Semester 1 and 9 July for Semester 2. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form.
- Professional recognition
- The course is recognised by the Adult Multicultural Education Services (AMES) if completed with a teaching practicum component, and by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) if preceded by a recognised general teaching qualification.
- Full course details
- TESOL (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Master of Education (Applied Linguistics)
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or 3-4 years part-time
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This program leads students from an advanced professional qualification in an area of language and literacy to an increased focus on research across the range of concerns related to language in applied contexts. It is available by coursework, a combination of coursework and a minor thesis, or by research. Majors include Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Languages Other than English (LOTE) Teaching, and Intercultural Communication.
For people involved in teaching at any level, this is a teacher development course. It may either add a specialist qualification for teachers who are already registered or lead to further study opportunities in the broad field of education or applied linguistics. - Prerequisite
- Four-year degree in related discipline, or Bachelor's degree and approved fourth year of study. Those with a Bachelor's degree can apply to a two-year full-time equivalent program (a Graduate Diploma in a related area) and continue to the Master's in second year.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2012): $13,360 per 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- With an approved research component, the course can provide a direct pathway to doctoral studies.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University by 15 February for Semester 1 and 9 July for Semester 2. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form (PDF 3.5MB).
Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. - Full course details
- Education (Applied Linguistics) (Master)Melbourne
Master of Education (TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or 3- 4 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course leads to an advanced qualification in teaching English to speakers of other languages. It is also relevant for those seeking to undertake applied research relevant to their professional responsibilities and interests in the area of TESOL and applied linguistics.
- Prerequisite
- Four-year degree in a related discipline, or Bachelor's degree and approved fourth year of study. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree may apply to enrol in a two-year full-time equivalent program comprising a Graduate Diploma in a related area, and continue to the Master of TESOL in the second year.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2012): $13,360 per 120 credit points.
- How to apply
- Apply direct to the University by 15 February for Semester 1 and 9 July for Semester 2. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form (PDF 3.5MB).
Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. - Full course details
- Education (TESOL) (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.
Fees and scholarships
Postgraduate coursework programs are either:
- Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
- CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.
Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.
International students
2013
Graduate Diploma in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) (017044D)
- Duration :
- 1 year
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 190
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This advanced course is suitable for teachers wishing to upgrade their qualifications in teaching English to speakers of other languages. It may be taken at two levels - an introductory level for those with limited previous TESOL experience, or a more advanced level for those with more than three years' practical TESOL experience.
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree with teaching experience or approved international equivalent. Applicants without a recognised initial teaching qualification may be admitted to the course. In such cases, this course may provide a recognised TESOL qualification outside Australia, but it will not meet the requirements for registration as a teacher in government schools in Australia. Melbourne
- Professional recognition
- The course is recognised by the Adult Multicultural Education Services (AMES) if completed with a teaching practicum component, and by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) if preceded by a recognised general teaching qualification. Melbourne
- Full course details
- TESOL (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Master of Education (Applied Linguistics) (023619G)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 190
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This program leads students from an advanced professional qualification in an area of language and literacy to an increased focus on research across the range of concerns related to language in applied contexts. It is available by coursework, a combination of coursework and a minor thesis, or by research. Majors include Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Languages Other than English (LOTE) Teaching, and Intercultural Communication.
For people involved in teaching at any level, this is a teacher development course. It may either add a specialist qualification for teachers who are already registered or lead to further study opportunities in the broad field of education or applied linguistics. Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- A three or four-year Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent. Advanced Standing (credit) of up to 120 credit points towards the 240 credit point program is available based on previous studies and relevant professional experience. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Applied Linguistics (Master)Melbourne
Master of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) (057851G)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 21 190
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course leads to an advanced qualification in teaching English to speakers of other languages. It is also relevant for those seeking to undertake applied research relevant to their professional responsibilities and interests in the area of TESOL and applied linguistics.
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- A three or four-year Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent. Melbourne
- Additional information
- Advanced Standing (credit) of up to 120 credit points may be granted towards the 240 credit point program based on previous studies and relevant professional experience. Melbourne
- Full course details
- TESOL (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Your study experience
Applied linguistics placements
If you meet the prerequisites you can do 22 days of supervised teaching in our graduate diploma program.
Overseas study opportunities
You may be eligible for our student exchange program.
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Education or focus on staff in Applied linguistics.
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