
Would you like to advance your knowledge in applied linguistics? Have you completed a bachelor degree in education, English, languages, linguistics, psychology or speech pathology, or equivalent? Read more ...
The University of Newcastle has an established reputation, nationally and internationally, as a provider of very high-quality postgraduate coursework degree in applied linguistics. Read more ...
Studying the Master of Applied Linguistics you will have opportunities to teach English as a second language or continue research in applied linguistics. Read more ...
Would you like to advance your knowledge in applied linguistics? Have you completed a bachelor degree in education, English, languages, linguistics, psychology or speech pathology, or equivalent? Then this postgraduate degree may be for you.
The Master of Applied Linguistics is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to:
The degree combines theoretical perspectives with empirical studies and practical applications, and provides the opportunity for practical experience of classroom and individual teaching.
The Master of Applied Linguistics may be taken as a TESL/TEFL specialisation or as a non-specialised award.
The University of Newcastle has an established reputation, nationally and internationally, as a provider of very high-quality postgraduate coursework degree in applied linguistics. This degree has been in operation for over ten years, with a continuously increasing number of participating students. Our students report very high levels of satisfaction with both the Master of Applied Linguistics itself and the employment opportunities that the degree offers upon graduation. A number of our graduates now hold prestigious and rewarding teaching positions at universities and other educational institutions in Japan, China, Korea and elsewhere around the world, including Europe.
You will engage in up to 200 hours of placement in an appropriate educational setting, for example schools, TAFE and ELICOS.
You will also be able to engage in a research on a topic of your choice in a relevant area of applied linguistics. Graduates of the program who have completed the Program’s research component with at least a Distinction would be eligible for a place in a PhD in applied linguistics.
Studying the Master of Applied Linguistics you will have opportunities to teach English as a second language or continue research in applied linguistics. This could lead to a career in academia.
The NSW Department of Education and Training has approved the award with the TESL/TEFL specialisation for English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching in NSW government schools by candidates with relevant educational qualifications.
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
On-campus, Online
Domestic and International students
Domestic and International students
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A bachelor degree in a related course area or equivalent recognised prior learning
English Language Requirements (for International Students)
How to apply
Phone: +61 2 4921 6595
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