Department of Linguistics
Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL)
Admission Requirements: A Bachelor of Arts degree or equivalent and proof of at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional language teaching experience in a recognised institution.
Length of candidature: 1 year full-time, 2 years or more part-time
Attendance: On campus, by distance
Some units may be completed online
Commencement: March, July
Course requirements: 8 units (5 core, 3 optional)
(total 32 pg credit points)
CRICOS Code: 027367B
Enquiries: Linguistics Postgraduate Office (02) 9850 9243
Email: lingdl@ling.mq.edu.au
The Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL) course is a specialisation of the MAppLing.
Course Structure
Core units
LING906 Language testing and evaluation
LING912 Second language acquisition
LING936 Context, use and analysis of the English language: A Global Perspective
LING937 TESOL in context
LING938 Curriculum Change in TESOL
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Optional units
Three of
LING900Grammar, meaning and discourse
LING901 Phonetics and Phonology
LING902 Language and cognition
LING903 Languages and cultures in contact
LING904 Pragmatics
LING905 Research methods for language study
LING907 Stylistics and the teaching of literature
LING908 Language planning and language policy
LING913 Literacy
LING914 Dictionaries in Language Teaching
LING918 Concepts in Managing Language Programs
LING920 First language acquisition
LING925 Language for specific purposes
LING927 Reading development and disorders
LING928 Bilingualism
LING939 Special Study in Applied Linguistics
LING947 Discourse in Professional and Organisational Contexts
LING948 Evaluating communication systems, processes & products
LING956 Acquiring professional communicative expertise
LING957 Inter-& intra-cultural communication
LING958 Professional-client communication
LING959 Mediated communication
LING960 Organisational communication
LING968 Computer-mediated communication in second language acquisition
LING969 Teaching English for academic purposes
LING978 Exploring Discourse in Context and Action
TRAN825 Dictionaries in Translating & Interpreting
Unit availability
Minimum Progress
To maintain candidature in the program students must show satisfactory progress by achieving a minimum GPA of 1.0 in each year of enrolment.
Dissertation
Students who successfully complete the Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL) and achieve a grade of CREDIT (GPA 3.0) or above in their program can apply for entry into the Postgraduate Certificate in Linguistics Research to complete a dissertation.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are an international student:
The International Office handles all applications for the international students.
For further information on the Applied Linguistics programs, please visit the following website: http://www.international.mq.edu.au/study/areas_courselist.aspx?AOSID=8&CourseLevelID=2
Application forms for International students (Internal mode) http://www.international.mq.edu.au/pdfs/pdfs/MQPGapplication09.pdf
Application forms for International students (External mode) https://www.international.mq.edu.au/pdfs/MQTransnationalapplication.pdf
If you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen:
You can apply through UAC (University Admissions Centre) on-line by clicking on the following link: http://www.uac.edu.au/postgraduate/
Please note that it is advisable to read through all the COURSE DETAILS on the UAC website before you commence the application process, then follow the steps to submit your application on-line.
Applied Linguistics applicants are also required to submit proof of work experience in the form of a letter / reference, on their employer’s letterhead stating length of time employed, whether full or part time, and nature of duties.
This should be sent (together with a coversheet which can be downloaded from: http://www.postgrad.mq.edu.au/home/PGCoverSheet.pdf )to:
By email: lingpgo@ling.mq.edu.au
Or post: Linguistics Postgraduate Office, Building C5A, Room 563, Macquarie University NSW 2109
OR fax: 9850 9352
Your application will be assessed by Academic staff in the Department of Linguistics and you will be advised of the outcome of your application by UAC.
If you are an Australian citizen, you may be eligible for financial support through the federal government FEE-HELP scheme - see http://www.goingtouni.gov.au