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Master of Applied Linguistics - PostGraduate/Graduate Coursework

From 2012, Monash has merged its existing Masters of Applied Linguistics with the Master of English as an International Language and Master of Japanese Applied Linguistics. This merger results in one course, the Master of Applied Linguistics, which has three streams:

Students enrolling in the new Master of Applied Linguistics can still study the full range of units previously available in Japanese Applied Linguistics, English as an International Language or Applied Linguistics Masters if they choose. Students also have the option of taking an expanded range of electives in the new course as outlined below.

Please note that as this is a new course, we are still finalising some administrative details. This means that the course does not currently (sept 2011) appear correctly in course finder, and the CRICOS code for the course is yet to be finalised. Please bear with us as these features are updated and rest assured this course will be available for enrolments for semester 1, 2012. In the meantime if you have questions about the course please email the coordinator of the stream in which you are considering enrolling:

For information on the previously offered course, please see 2011 Masters in Applied Linguistics.

Description
Objectives
Structure
Required units
Entry requirements
Credit provision
Standard duration of study
Alternative exits
Awards
Applications

Description

Professionals who know how language works and how it can be utilised in a multitude of situations are highly-valued in the workplace. In this course students will gain a critical understanding of theoretical and practical issues relating to applied linguistics, including second/foreign language acquisition, language teaching, language contact and intercultural communication. Students receive training in research in the field and are equipped with skills to make a significant professional contribution to the field of applied linguistics.

Course code: 3769

The Masters in Applied Linguistics is available in the following streams:

See Course Finder for admission, fee and application details.

Objectives

Students successfully completing this course will have:

  • a sound knowledge of diverse aspects of the academic discipline
  • an understanding of the world view of the field of study
  • a critical appreciation of the secondary literature in the field of study
  • a familiarity with many of the key texts and cultural products pertaining to the field of study
  • advanced reading and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • advanced analytical skills
  • a grasp of research methodology and ethics, and an ability to undertake a small, independent research project in one of the disciplines represented in the program.

Structure

Students complete one of the streams outlined below. Students must complete a maximum of 48 points at fourth-year level and a minimum of 24 points at fifth-year level. All units are 12 points unless otherwise stated.

Required units

Students in all streams must complete APG4347/APG5347 Research methods in applied linguistics. Students will select a stream and must take the required units for that stream, as well as choosing from common electives.

Stream A – General Applied Linguistics

Stream Coordinator: Dr Louisa Willoughby

Students must take:

And at least one of:

Remaining credit points may be taken from the list of common electives below

Stream B – Japanese Applied Linguistics
(This stream assumes students have intermediate Japanese competence or higher)

Stream Coordinator: Dr Robyn Spence-Brown

Students must take:

And at least two of:

Remaining credit points may be taken from the list of common electives below. In addition Students in the Japanese Applied Linguistics stream may take up to 24 points of Japanese language units within the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics with the approval of the course coordinator.

Stream C – English as an International Language

Stream Coordinator: Prof Farzad Sharifian

Students must take:

And at least one of:

Remaining credit points may be taken from the list of common electives below.

Electives across all streams

Students enrolled in any stream may take on-campus or off-campus electives from the following:

On-campus electives

Note: students enrolling in on-campus units must be able to attend weekly classes at Monash’s Clayton campus

Students who obtain a distinction average and who have completed or are concurrently enrolled in APG4347/ APG5347 (Research methodology in applied linguistics) may seek approval from the course coordinator to undertake APG5706 Research project in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics as one of the electives. In some cases, approval may be given for the completion of the 24-point APG5760 Research Dissertation in Applied Linguistics, which will count as two electives. Alternative electives may be approved on an individual basis.

Off-campus electives

Note: International students who are living in Australia generally have visa restrictions that prevent them from taking off-campus units

Alternative electives may be approved on an individual basis.

Entry requirements

  • A Bachelors degree with at least a credit average in the final year, or
  • A Bachelors pass degree with demonstrable professional experience at a senior level in a relevant area (Such applicants will need to supply a CV, a 1000 word statement and names of two professional referees), or
  • completion of the Monash Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics provided a credit average in the Postgraduate Diploma was achieved. (In accordance with the policy to award credit for prior learning, advanced standing to a maximum of 48 points may be counted towards the Masters in Applied Linguistics.)
    • Note that prior study of Linguistics is not required as a prerequisite.

Credit provision

Students may apply for credit for prior study not already counted towards a degree. Exemption may be awarded for other prior learning relating to compulsory subjects, however students will then be required to take additional electives in lieu.

Standard duration of study

Full-time: 1.5 years (three semesters)
Part-time: 3 years (six semesters)

Alternative exits

Students who have completed studies in the Masters to the value of:

Awards

Master of Applied Linguistics

Applications

Apply online via Course Finder.

Information about applying by mail.

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