Master of Applied Linguistics (1.5 Years)
Master of Applied Linguistics (1.5 Years)
UNE’s Master of Applied Linguistics (MAAL) degree provides a professional qualification for those working in language teaching, language program management, TESOL, social services, health, education and the law, as well as those who work with linguistic and cultural minorities. No previous linguistics study is required, and the degree can be…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
UNE’s Master of Applied Linguistics (MAAL) degree provides a professional qualification for those working in language teaching, language program management, TESOL, social services, health, education and the law, as well as those who work with linguistic and cultural minorities.
No previous linguistics study is required, and the degree can be completed in as little as one year.
UNE’s MAAL degree was Australia’s first fully online Masters degree in Applied Linguistics, and our staff have over 15 years of experience in offering this high-quality interactive postgraduate course using the latest multimedia technology. You will be part of a global classroom, interacting with your lecturers and with students from more than 30 countries via online discussion forums. You’ll explore languages of the world, language acquisition, language in education, language in legal and other professional contexts, and intercultural communication – all at a time and place that suit your work or family commitments.
Choose from the General Program leading to the Master of Applied Linguistics, or the TESOL Major, leading to the Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL).
The TESOL Major incorporates specialist TESOL units including a professional practicum which can be completed in a wide range of contexts.
Course Aims
The aim of the course is to provide relevant learning in the field of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics. Students who complete the course will acquire a solid knowledge base in this field and be equipped to use it in a diverse range of professional, academic and community contexts, but especially in language teaching.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts used in contemporary linguistics and applied linguistics;
- demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the theory and practice of linguistics and applied linguistics;
- demonstrate the cognitive, technical and creative skills to review critically, generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts in applied linguistics at an abstract level;
- demonstrate the communicative and technical research skills required to interpret and explain applied linguistic theoretical issues and their professional implications to specialist and non-specialist audiences and to design and implement applied linguistics research projects that contribute to professional practice;
- apply their knowledge and skills with creativity and initiative with high-level personal autonomy and responsibility; and
- apply their knowledge and skills by planning and implementing an applied linguistics research project.
REQUIREMENTS
A candidate shall :
(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification with a major in linguistics or a relevant discipline; or an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification in a non-relevant discipline and either relevant work experience or other relevant qualifications; or an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in a non-relevant discipline; or
(b) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification in Linguistics or AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours or AQF Level 9 Master qualification in a non-relevant discipline and either relevant work experience or other relevant qualification; or
(c) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification in Linguistics with relevant work experience or an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in linguistics or relevant discipline; and
(d) all applicants must meet the University’s English Language Requirements for Admission Rule.
Relevant Disciplines include, but are not limited to the following: English; Languages; or Education with a major in English literacy, LOTE or ESL; Psychology; Philosophy; Interpreting and Translation; Speech Pathology; Cultural Studies; Social Sciences; Computer Science; Law; Business and Health.
An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5; or equivalent TOEFL score of at least 213 in the computer-based test; or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component; or a PTE Academic minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of New England was originally formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. It became fully independent in 1954. The university is located on several sites in Armidale, NSW. All the programs are offered via the four faculties: Arts; Economics, Business and Law; Education, Health and Professional Studies; and The Sciences; these faculties incorporate 18 teaching schools. Research is offered in the areas of rural science, agricultural economics, geology, educational administration, linguistics, archaeology, etc.
