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Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics - PostGraduate/Graduate Coursework

Note for students applying for 2012

From 2012, Monash has merged its existing Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics with the Graduate Diploma in Applied Japanese Linguistics, and Graduate Diploma in English as an International Language.

This merger results in one course, the Graduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics, which has three streams:

General Applied Linguistics (available either on-campus or off-campus),
Japanese Applied Linguistics, (on-campus students only)
English as an International Language (on-campus students only)

Students enrolling in the new Graduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics can still study the full range of units previously available in English as an International Language or Applied Linguistics.

For more information about the new course please see Graduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics

1. Course outline and structure
2. Objectives
3. Course Coordinators
4. Course code
5. CRICOS code (for international students)
6. Mode of delivery
7. Location
8. Length of course
9. Entry requirements
10. English Language Requirements
11. Credit provision
12. Exit points
13. Fee Structure
14. Applications
15. Textbooks

1. Course outline and structure (Summary)

This course deals with the basics of linguistics, and may be taken for its own sake or by way of preparation for the study of the applications of linguistics to professional and social contexts which is covered in the Masters in Applied Linguistics program. The program is normally taken over one year (full-time) and two years (part-time). Students will take three core fourth-year level units and one elective fourth or fifth year level unit. Students may substitute an approved unit from another program or faculty for one unit.

Students require a credit average in the Postgraduate Diploma program to transfer to the Masters in Applied Linguistics by coursework.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics normally consists of three (but minimally two) core units and one (or maximally two) elective unit (twelve points per unit, forty-eight points in total).

Core units

APG4698 General linguistics (compulsory unless exempted)
APG4346 Language in society (compulsory unless exempted)
APG4347 Research design in applied linguistics (compulsory unless exempted)

Electives

Special topic in applied linguistics
APG5701 Language and learning
APG5702 Bilingualism
APG5348 Second language acquisition
APG5703 Literacy
Child language acquisition
APG5349 English in Southeast Asia and the Pacific
APG5704 Discourse analysis

Alternative elective may be approved in special cases.

Units offered in each semester

Semester 1
- Off-Campus (100% onlilne)
  - APG4698 /ALMX411 General Linguistics
  - APG4347 /APG5347 /ALMX515 Research Methods
  - APG5702 /ALMX523 Bilingualism
  - APG5704 Discourse Analysis (2010 & subsequent even years only)
  - APG5705/ALMX539 Language and Identity (2011 & subsequent odd years only)
Semester 2
- On Campus and Off-campus Learning
  - APG5348 Second Language Acquisition
- Off-Campus (100% online)
  - APG4346 /APG5346 Language in Society
  - APG5348 Second Language Acquisition
  - APG5349/ALMX535 World Englishes
  - APG5703/ALMX5270 Literacy

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.

2. Objectives

The learning objectives of this diploma require students to acquire a knowledge of the basic subdisciplines of linguistics and to gain a critical understanding of theoretical and practical issues relating to applied linguisics.

Upon successful completion of this program, students should have an understanding of the some of the basic theoretical concepts, and approaches of the discipline and have gained experience in the use of some analytic and research techniques.

At the completion of the course students will be able to:

a. Display a basic understanding and an awareness of scholarly literature and research in the area of applied linguistics;
b. Critically assess research reports dealing with applied linguistics
c. Assess research methods used in applied linguistic studies.

3. Course Coordinators

Dr Louisa Willoughby
Tel: +61 3 9905 2237

Email: Louisa.Willoughby@arts.monash.edu.au

4. Course Code

0010

5. CRICOS code:

not applicable

6. Mode of delivery

Off-campus

7. Location

Clayton campus.

8. Length of course

One year full-time; two years part-time

9. Entry requirements

Applicants should hold

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 Faculty/Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics provided a credit average in the Faculty/ Graduate Certificate was achieved. (In accordance with the policy to award credit for prior learning, advanced standing to a maximum of 24 points may be counted towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics.)

Note that prior study of Linguistics is not required as a prerequisite.

See also English language requirements below.

10. English language requirements

Same as for English proficiency requirements for the Faculty of Arts:

(a) IELTS - an overall band score of not less than 6.5 on the IELTS. In addition, a score of at least 6.0 is required in each module and applicants must undertake the appropriate module (A, B or C) in regard to reading and writing; or

(b) TOEFL - an overall score of 580, with a 5 in the TWE test. Scores must be available for both the TOEFL and TWE. A minimum score of at least 237 is needed on the computerized TOEFL testing, plus a core of 5 or more for the TWE; or

(c) Successful completion of a course of tertiary studies of at least two years duration requiring formal assessment of written work in an English-speaking country.

Note that students from countries assessed by the government as categories 3 and 4 must take the IELTS test and not TOEFL.

11. 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.

12. Exit points

After successful completion of 24 points, students may apply to exit the program with a Graduate Certificate in Linguistics.

13. Fee structure

Please refer to the Arts Faculty Course Fees site:
http://www.monash.edu.au/study/fees/

http://www.monash.edu.au/study/fees/

14. Applications

Application procedures:
http://www.monash.edu.au/offcampus/arts-apply.html

Application form:
http://www.monash.edu.au/offcampus/assets/OCL-application-form.pdf

Submit local and international applications to:
Postgraduate Coursework Office
Faculty of Arts
Building 11
Monash University
Victoria 3800
Australia
Application forms are also available by contacting Mrs Sally Riley.
Students should also read Information for Prospective Students.

15. Textbooks for ALM and Open Learning Units

Unit Code	Unit Name	Semester	Text Type	Book Type	Book Title / Comment
APG4698 (also ALMX411)	General Linguistics	Sem 1	Set Text		Allan, K. (2010) The English Language and Linguistics Companion Houndmills, Basingstoke: Palgrave
APG4698 (also ALMX411)	General Linguistics	Sem 1	Set Text	TextBook	Fromkin, V. , R. Rodman, N. Hymes, P. Collins M. Amberley and M. Harvey. (2009) An Introduction to Language, 6th edition. Melbourne: Cengage. Note: Students MUST purchase the Australian edition of this book (published by Cengage). There are also US and UK editions with the same title (but different authors, publishers and edition numbers), however they are not suitable for this course.
APG4347, APG5347 (also ALMX415)	Research Methods in Applied Linguistics	Sem 1	Set Text	TextBook	Dörnyei, Zoltán. (2007) Research Methods in Applied Linguistics. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
APG5702 (also ALMX523)	Bilingualism	Sem 1	Set Text	TextBook	Myers-Scotton, C. (2006) Multiple voices. Oxford: Blackwell
APG5705 (also ALMX539)	Language and Identity	Sem 1	Set Text	TextBook	Joseph, J. (2004) Language and Identity: National, Ethnic,Rreligious. Houndmills, Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
APG5704 (also ALMX537)	Discourse Analysis	Sem 1	Set Text	TextBook	Schiffrin, D (1994), Approaches to Discourse Oxford: Blackwell. Johnstone, Barbara (2008) Discourse Analysis. 2nd ed. Malden. MA: Blackwell.
APG5705 (also ALMX539)	Language and Identity	Sem 1	Set Text	TextBook	Joseph, John E. (2004) Language and Identity: National, ethnic, religious. Houndsmill, Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillan.
APG5704 (also ALMX537)	Discourse Analysis	Sem 1 (not offered 2011)	Set Text	TextBook
APG4346 (also ALMX413)	Language in Society	Sem 2	Set Text	TextBook	Wardhaugh, R. (2009/2010) An Introduction to Sociolinguistics. 6th edition. Oxford: Blackwell.
APG4348,APG5348 (also ALMX525)	Second Language Acquisition	Sem 2	Set Text	TextBook	Ellis, R (2008) The Study of Second Language Acquisition. 2nd edition. Oxford University Press.
APG5349 (also ALMX535)	World Englishes	Sem 2	Set Text	TextBook	Kirkpatrick, A. (2007) World Englishes: Implications for International Communication and English Language Teaching. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
APG5703	Literacy	Sem 2	Set Text	Textbook	Barton, D. (2008) Literacy: An introduction to the ecology of written language. 2nd Edition. Oxford: Blackwell
APG4652 /APG5652	Managing Intercultural Communication	Sem 2	Set Text	Textbook	Bowe, H. and K. Martin (2007) Communication across cultures: Mutual understanding in a global world. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.