Master of Applied Linguistics
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Overview
The Master of Applied Linguistics offers rigorous theoretical and practical training and will provide graduates with a competitive advantage where clear, independent and creative thinking is valued. The Master of Applied Linguistics is a one-year program designed for graduate professionals working with language in a wide range of areas. The program will equip students with an understanding of key research issues in applied linguistics and the skills to make a substantial professional contribution to the field. The program can be a pathway to a PhD by Reasearch.
Program features
- Excellence: Applied Linguistics at Melbourne is the top Applied Linguistics program in Australia. It was the only program in Applied Linguistics awarded a top rank of 5 ("well above world standard") in the official 2010 Excellence in Research Australia ranking.
- Professors: Our academic staff rank among the best in Australia and the world. They edit prestigious international and national journals in Applied Linguistics and language testing, serve on national and international boards and committees, hold large research grants and publish prolifically. At the same time, they are passionate about passing on their knowledge to their students.
- Specialisation: Students can choose one of four specializations: TESOL, Language Testing, English Language, and Technology and Language Learning. Each specialization provides a thorough grounding in Applied Linguistics and more in-depth study according to students' interests.
- Flexibility: The program is fully available online and most subjects are taught in the afternoon to enable students to work during the day. Local students can combine online and on-campus study, and can study full-time or part-time. International students can choose one delivery mode, and can choose between full-time and part-time study if studying online from outside Australia.
- Pathway to higher degrees: Students have the option of doing a Minor Thesis, which provides valuable experience doing independent research under the supervision of an experienced academic. Completing a Minor Thesis also opens up a pathway to PhD research for students wanting to continue to a higher degree.
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Structure
The Master of Applied Linguistics is a 100-point program (one year of full-time study). Choose to study coursework only, or take a coursework and minor thesis option. Most subjects are offered online in addition to on-campus delivery.
Local students can choose to study a combination of on-campus and online study. International students can either study on campus, or take the online mode from overseas.
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Career outcomes
Our graduates are employed in fields including second-language teaching, program administration, educational leadership, curriculum design, public service, research training, research on language learning and tertiary sector teaching. Graduates are employed by organisations such as Australian and international educational institutions, the Indonesian Airforce and Department of Defence, the Singapore Ministry of Education, and the Vietnamese Naval Academy.
For more information, visit the Career Outcomes section of this site.
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Student profiles
Ni Kadek Ary Susandi,
Master of Applied Linguistics graduate and English teacher, Bali
"Graduate study is worth the investment. The facilities and support services provided are fantastic, and there are lots of special programs to help you with your studies. The lecturers are really skilled and at the same time they are approachable and helpful." More...
Further details
For subject descriptions, timetable information and entry, click the particular stream you are interested in.