Department of Linguistics
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics (Literacy)
NO NEW ADMISSIONS FROM 2011
Admission requirements
Applicants should normally hold a first degree from a tertiary institution and one year of full-time relevant professional experience.
Length of candidature: 1 year full-time or 2 years or more part-time
Attendance: On campus (evening), by distance
Commencement: March, July
Course requirements: 6 units (3 core, 3 optional)
(total 24 pg credit points)
CRICOS Code: 030082M
Enquiries: Linguistics Postgraduate Office (02) 9850 7102
Email: ling.postgrad@mq.edu.au
Course structure
Details of the course structure are contained in the Macquarie University Handbook
Full credit may be carried forward into the *Master of Applied Linguistics program or towards other versions of the Master of Applied Linguistics provided a minimum GPA of 3.00 has been attained.
*NOTE: All full-time students should enrol in 16 credit points (4 units) in their first semester to be considered for entry into the one of the versions of the Master of Applied Linguistics in their second semester.
Minimum Progress
To maintain candidature in the program students must show satisfactory progress by achieving a minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 1.5 in each year of enrolment.
Students should be aware that a Fail grade will impact the GPA and they may become at risk of not meeting the minimum requirements of the course.