Online Applied Linguistics Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Master of Applied Linguistics covers theoretical and methodological issues relevant to practitioners in a variety of professions whose work is concerned with applied language study. It is internationally relevant and focuses on the development of analytic skills and understanding the complex relationship between language use and context, and research in these areas.

The Masters, Diploma and Certificate are offered in 2 specialisations: General Applied Linguistics and Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). For specialisation information click on the 'What you will study' tab.

Key features

Lets you study with one of the largest and most diverse Linguistics departments in Australia, which features four research centres

Offers flexible study options allowing you to study on-campus, distance (online), or mixed

Provides an internationally relevant and highly regarded qualification

Can be combined with the Master of Translating and Interpreting

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements vary depending on the specialisation chosen. Please refer to the relevant specialisation for details.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

Accpetance fee: $16000 AUD - deducted off the 1st year's tuition

Notes

May require compulsory on/off campus sessions

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Applied Linguistics is a field which explores how language functions in the world, first and second language acquisition and intercultural communication. This online degree will appeal to students, without a background in Linguistics, who want a professionally relevant higher qualification, as well as to those wanting postgraduate qualifications in Applied Linguistics and TESOL.

This degree is Australia's first fully online coursework Masters degree in Applied Linguistics, and is chosen by students all around the world. The MAAL is a 48 credit point coursework degree, consisting of 8 postgraduate-level units each worth 6 credit points. The standard program, consisting of 4 core units and 4 elective units chosen from a selection, leads to a Master of Applied Linguistics.

The TESOL Major, consists of the same 4 core units, 2 TESOL units, and 2 elective units chosen from a selection, and leads to a Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL). The TESOL major includes a practicum which meets or exceeds the minimum number of hours required of teachers in the ELICOS and adult migrant sectors.

Students wishing to undertake the MAAL with Honours can seek advanced standing for up to 48 credit points from the MAAL towards the MAAL(Hons) degree. Students who complete the MAAL with Honours will then be well-placed to continue to a further higher research degree, such as a PhD, in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, TESOL or allied fields.

Entry Requirements

An applicant for admission to candidature shall hold a bachelor degree, in any field, from a recognised university.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

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A Master of Applied Linguistics is ideal if you work with second language speakers and their communities, or in the fields of speech therapy and pathology, allied health, psychology or training in a variety of settings that requires skills in communication management and cross-cultural interaction.

You can choose to study two types of learning strands:

Community
Teaching.

The community strand focuses on the identification of linguistic differences in communities and assists in the management of this diversity. The teaching strand is best suited to those who wish to increase their competence in key areas of second language teaching in a range of contexts.

Entry Requirements

3-year bachelor degree or equivalent

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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The Master of Applied Linguistics offers professionals in a wide variety of disciplines the opportunity to expand their knowledge of how language works in the context of globalisation.

Applied linguistics is one of the fastest growing fields of study in the humanities and is becoming increasingly recognised for its ability to solve language related problems at a micro and macro level.

The course is ideal for language teachers, interpreters, editors and others working with language problems in increasingly multilingual and multicultural societies such as Australia.

The course has three streams to choose from:
General applied linguistics
Japanese applied linguistics
English as an international language

Entry Requirements

A bachelor's degree with a credit average or a graduate diploma with a credit average

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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Other Fees

Fee of £2,185 per year (home students) or £3,390 per year (international students) will apply for those who extends the course more than 4 years.

Notes

The maximum time allowed for completion of the research is 6 years.

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