IELTS total 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0
TOEFL PBT : 550 with TWE of 4.5
TOEFL iBT: 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18
Pearson PTE: 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50
Cambridge CAE/CPE : 169
As a student studying the Applied Linguistics major you will gain an in-depth understanding of human language and learn how language shapes human experience, through the integration of theoretical and applied perspectives, with a strong practical, community and industry focus.
You will:
Explore the ways in which language is fundamental to human understanding, communication and cultures.
Gain expertise in the applications of linguistics to contemporary issues and professional concerns.
Use your high-level linguistic, analytical, research and problem-solving skills as global professionals in a world of linguistic and cultural diversity.
You will also graduate with writing, presentation, digital, communication, research and problem-solving skills that can be transferable across a range of roles and are highly regarded by prospective employers.
Under the guidance of world-class researchers1 you will embark on an in-depth study of the nature of human language. You will focus on:
Developing an in-depth understanding of human language, and how languages and cultures shape communication, identities and learning in the contemporary world.
Exploring the ways in which fundamental to human understanding, communication and culture.
Using your high-level linguistic, analytical, research and problem solving skills as global professionals in a world of linguistic and cultural diversity.
This degree allows you to select two majors ensuring you graduate with a broad knowledge of two areas of interest. You can choose your second major from the following:
Cultural Studies
Creative Writing and Literature
English Language*
History and Global Politics
Languages (French/Italian/Japanese)
Law, Policy and Politics
Performing Arts
Psychology
Screen Studies
Social Media
Sociology
CRICOS CODE : 097509B
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Truth, Lies and Being Human
Language and Communication in Applied Linguistics
Major 2
Minor
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Intercultural Communication
Language in Society
Major 2
Minor
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Language and Identity
Major 2
Minor
Elective
OR
Professional Directions Program 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Communication, Work and Organisations
Major 2
Minor
Elective
OR
Professional Directions Program 2
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Language, Meaning and Discourse
Language Ideology and Policy
Major 2
Major 2
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Multilingualism: Contact, Change and Mobility
Language Learning and Assessment
Major 2
Major 2
Your knowledge of language structure and use, combined with strong analytical and research skills, can lead to further study or a career in such diverse fields as:
security and intelligence
annotation analyst
research
public service and administration
education
With additional qualifications, students can go on to specialise in:
teaching
computational linguist
speech pathology
translating and interpreting
consultancy
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
