2. About the MAAL and Eligibility Requirements
2.1 Who would want to do a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics
2.2 What does the MAAL involve?
2.3 What are the requirements for entrance?
2.4 Do I need a linguistics background?
2.5 I am not a native speaker of English. Can I apply?
2.6 Do I have to be Australian?
2.1 Who would want to do a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics?
The MA in Applied Linguistics (MAAL) is a popular degree at many universities in Australia and other countries for professionals in the fields such as education, language education and planning, TESOL, government, and the health and legal professions. The MA in Applied Linguistics will appeal both to those who do not have a background in Linguistics, but who wish to obtain a professionally relevant higher qualification, as well as to those considering post-graduate careers in the growing fields of Applied Linguistics and TESOL. This degree may also be of interest to those working with linguistic or cultural minorities.
2.2 What does the MAAL involve ?
The degree consists of 48 credit points of 400-level coursework, drawn from core and elective units. For a complete list of available core and elective units, see FAQ section on MAAL Degree Structure. All units are 6 credit points, with the exception of LING490 (12 credit points).
In addition, it is possible to include up to two 400 level advanced language units (Chinese, French, German, Italian, Indonesian and Japanese) in the MAAL, with the permission of the degree coordinator. Note: Some language units (and EDLA419) may be offered in regular distance education mode only (hardcopy, not online).
See the School of Arts for further details on language units at 400 level.
2.3 What are the requirements for entrance?
The basic requirement for entrance is an undergraduate degree, such as a Bachelors degree, from a recognized university.
2.4 Do I need a linguistics background?
No, you do not need a linguistics background. If you have one, of course that is fine. But the structure of introductory units, followed by advanced units, assumes no real background in the discipline area.
2.5 I am not a native speaker of English. Can I apply?
Yes, you can. However you have to show evidence of English proficiency with TOEFL (550) or IELTS (overall 6; subtests: 5.5) unless your degree was completed at an English language institution.
2.6 Do I have to be Australian?
No, we welcome applicants from all around the world. However please note that international students do pay different fees. For more information on fees, see FAQ section on MAAL Costs.
If you are an Australian student, please contact the UNE Student Centre, or if you are an international student please contact the International Office by e-mail international@une.edu.au, or phone +61-2-6773-3192 for further information.