Graduate
Master of Applied Linguistics
Charles Darwin University, Darwin, NT, Australia
About this program
The Master of Applied Linguistics at Charles Darwin University prepares students for the analysis, evaluation and application of linguistic understandings to language, its use and its role in various contexts. Students build theoretical foundations in applied linguistics, with a focus on the contextualised evaluation of language that can be applied to theoretical analysis or to the professional development of linguists, language teachers, TESOL practitioners and education policy makers, with directed engagement with First Nations, Australian, Asian and global content. Study is available on campus or online, full-time or part-time.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 4 parts
- Students will also have the opportunity to select either a capstone experience or a thesis in Applied Linguistics
- with the specific pathway to be determined in consultation with the course coordinator
- Core Units (4 units): Diversity in First Nations Languages
- Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
- Understanding Language Acquisition
- Global Englishes in Context
- Specialist Elective (4-6 units): Applied Language Teaching Methodologies
- Language Testing and Evaluation
- Phonetics and Phonology
- Language
- Meaning and Learning
- Applied Language Teaching Methodologies
- Intercultural Communication
- Language Testing and Evaluation
- Language
- Forensic Linguistics
- Indigenous Research Methodologies
- Challenging Educational Paradigm
- Yolngu Languages and Culture 1
- Yolngu Languages and Culture 2
- Yolngu Literature
- Language Policy and Planning for Revitalisation and Maintenance
- Semantics and Pragmatics
- Phonetics and Phonology
- Morphology and Syntax
- Inclusive Education
- Policies and Practice
Capstone/Research (1-2 units)
- 20 cpThesis in Applied Linguistics 1
- 20 cpThesis in Applied Linguistics 2
Admissions
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field
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