Key facts
Domestic students course information.
Entry is based on a bachelor or postgraduate qualification.
Entry is based on a bachelor or postgraduate qualification. English language requirements must also be met.
- 1 or 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
| Start Dates and Campus | Trimester 1 – February 2024 | Trimester 2 – June 2024 | Trimester 3 – October 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Armidale Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Online | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Armidale Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Course information
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With the advent of globalisation, issues relating to language and intercultural communication have never been more relevant. UNE's fully online Master of Applied Linguistics will give you the ability to understand the design of language, nuances and context of language and intercultural communication – invaluable skills in an increasingly interconnected world, and especially important when teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL).
Why study the Master of Applied Linguistics with UNE?
You will be part of a global classroom, interacting with your lecturers and with students from all over the world via online discussion forums, giving you invaluable experience to take into your real world of work. You will explore languages of the world, language acquisition, language in education, language in legal and other professional contexts, and intercultural communication to build a foundation of knowledge to integrate into your professional career.
No previous linguistics experience is required, and the Master of Applied Linguistics can be completed in as little as one year. You will gain a professional qualification that will enhance your capabilities in language teaching, language program management, TESOL, social services, health, education and the law, with intercultural communication skills that will assist in working with diverse linguistic and cultural groups.
You can choose from the General Major, leading to the Master of Applied Linguistics (General), the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Major, leading to the Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL), or the Intercultural Communication for Business and Services Major, leading to the Master of Applied Linguistics (ICBS). The MAAL ICBS incorporates specialist units that impart cultural literacy skills to enhance communication with diverse stakeholders in business and social services contexts. The TESOL Major incorporates specialist TESOL units, including a professional placement that can be completed in a wide range of contexts. The TESOL Major is also an approved Student Income Support course. Eligible students may apply for Youth Allowance or Austudy.
In a rapidly changing world, our Master of Applied Linguistics can help to ensure your career is future fit for life.
What makes our course different?
The Master of Applied Linguistics was Australia's first fully online master's degree in applied linguistics, and our staff are vastly experience in offering this high-quality, interactive postgraduate course which uses the latest multimedia technology.
- You will learn from lecturers and tutors who have years of industry and/or research experience in the field.
- Choose to study when it suits you. Our fully online degree allows you to fit study around your busy lifestyle, not the other way around, no matter where you are in the world.
- UNE is Australia’s oldest regional university and a pioneer in the delivery of distance education – more than 80% of our students are online.
- We’re highly rated - UNE’s humanities and social sciences courses were given the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience, Graduate Salary, Student Support and Teaching Quality in the 2021 Good Universities Guide.
Year after year, students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support, so when you choose to study with us, you are in very good hands.
Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.
Study on campus
Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.
Entry requirements
Select the option that best describes you.
This course is not currently available for this mode of study.
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
On-Campus study
If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa. The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia):
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule A: You have completed ONE of the following qualifications (or their overseas equivalents) in any discipline:
- Bachelor (AQF Level 7)
- Graduate Certificate (AQF Level 8)
- Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8)
- Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8)
- Masters (AQF Level 9)
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You can meet ONE of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in Linguistics.
- You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent), or Masters (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline AND have either relevant professional experience* or another relevant qualification.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You can meet ONE of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in Linguistics AND have relevant professional experience.*
- You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in Linguistics or a relevant discipline.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
* To demonstrate relevant professional experience you must provide a Statement of Service from your employer/s. Please see the Supporting Documents section for further information.
† Relevant disciplines include the following:
- English
- Languages
- Education with a major in English literacy
- Languages Other Than English (LOTE)
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Psychology
- Philosophy
- Interpreting
- Translation
- Speech pathology
- Cultural studies
- Social sciences
- Computer science
- Law
- Business
- Health
- Writing
- Publishing
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
Online study in your own country
If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa. If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification/s.
- If the basis of your application includes relevant professional experience, you must also provide a Statement of Service from your employer/s on company letterhead. Learn about our Statement of Service requirements.
- Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
- Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Course Entry Advanced Standing
Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest.
- If you are admitted under Rule B you will be granted 12 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule C you will be granted 24 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule A you can apply for up to 36 credit points of Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule B you can apply for up to a further 24 credit points of Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule C you can apply for up to a further 12 credit points of Advanced Standing.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for research and/or reading units below Masters level (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent). If you hold a CELTA certificate (or equivalent) completed within the past ten years you can apply for up to 6 credit points of Unspecified Advanced Standing.
This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule A: You have completed ONE of the following qualifications (or their overseas equivalents) in any discipline:
- Bachelor (AQF Level 7)
- Graduate Certificate (AQF Level 8)
- Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8)
- Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8)
- Masters (AQF Level 9)
If you are admitted on this basis you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You can meet ONE of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in Linguistics.
- You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent), or Masters (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline AND have either relevant professional experience* or another relevant qualification.
If you are admitted on this basis you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You can meet ONE of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in Linguistics AND have relevant professional experience.*
- You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in Linguistics or a relevant discipline.†
If you are admitted on this basis you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
* To demonstrate relevant professional experience you must provide a Statement of Service from your employer/s. Please see the Supporting Documents section for further information.
† Relevant disciplines include the following:
- English
- Languages
- Education with a major in English literacy
- Languages Other Than English (LOTE)
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Psychology
- Philosophy
- Interpreting
- Translation
- Speech pathology
- Cultural studies
- Social sciences
- Computer science
- Law
- Business
- Health
- Writing
- Publishing
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification/s.
- If the basis of your application includes relevant professional experience, you must also provide a Statement of Service from your employer/s on company letterhead. Learn about our Statement of Service requirements.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Course Entry Advanced Standing
Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest.
- If you are admitted under Rule B you will be granted 12 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule C you will be granted 24 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule A you can apply for up to 36 credit points of Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule B you can apply for up to a further 24 credit points of Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule C you can apply for up to a further 12 credit points of Advanced Standing.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for research and/or reading units below Masters level (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent). If you hold a CELTA certificate (or equivalent) completed within the past ten years you can apply for up to 6 credit points of Unspecified Advanced Standing.
Course structure
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 72 credit points including a minimum of 36 credit points at 500-level.
72 credit points
For candidates admitted under Rule (a)30 credit points
Candidates enrolled in the General or TESOL major - complete the following units:- The Design of Language (LING450) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Applied Linguistics (LING451) – 6 credit points
- Intercultural Communication (LING552) – 6 credit points
- The English Language (LING553) – 6 credit points
- Research Methods in Applied Linguistics (LING561) – 6 credit points
30 credit points
Candidates enrolled in the ICBS major - complete the following units:- Communication for Professionals (BUS500) – 6 credit points
- Leadership in Healthcare (HSHM500) – 6 credit points
- Intercultural Communication (LING552) – 6 credit points
- Research Methods in Applied Linguistics (LING561) – 6 credit points
- Managing Across Cultures (MM491) – 6 credit points
- Applied Linguistics Research Practice (LING567) – 6 credit points
- Dissertation in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics (LING599) – 24 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following:- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Teaching Pronunciation (EDLA489) – 6 credit points
- Perspectives on Language, Society and Culture (EDLA503) – 6 credit points
- Second Language Acquisition: Research into Practice (EDLA523) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Australia's Indigenous Languages (LING566) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Writing Systems of the World (LING581) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Australia's Indigenous Languages (LING566) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Writing Systems of the World (LING581) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
72 credit points
For candidates admitted under Rule (b)12 credit points
12 credit points block advanced standing granted for candidates who hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor in Linguistics or AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours or AQF Level 9 Master qualification in a non-relevant discipline and either relevant work experience or other relevant qualification.30 credit points
Complete the following units:- The Design of Language (LING450) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Applied Linguistics (LING451) – 6 credit points
- Intercultural Communication (LING552) – 6 credit points
- The English Language (LING553) – 6 credit points
- Research Methods in Applied Linguistics (LING561) – 6 credit points
- Applied Linguistics Research Practice (LING567) – 6 credit points
- Dissertation in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics (LING599) – 24 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Teaching Pronunciation (EDLA489) – 6 credit points
- Perspectives on Language, Society and Culture (EDLA503) – 6 credit points
- Second Language Acquisition: Research into Practice (EDLA523) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Australia's Indigenous Languages (LING566) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Writing Systems of the World (LING581) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Australia's Indigenous Languages (LING566) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Writing Systems of the World (LING581) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
72 credit points
For candidates admitted under Rule (c)24 credit points
24 credit points block advanced standing granted for candidates who hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor in Linguistics with relevant work experience or an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in linguistics or a relevant discipline.12 credit points
Complete 12cps to 18cps of the following units:- Introduction to Applied Linguistics (LING451) – 6 credit points
- Intercultural Communication (LING552) – 6 credit points
- Research Methods in Applied Linguistics (LING561) – 6 credit points
- Applied Linguistics Research Practice (LING567) – 6 credit points
- Dissertation in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics (LING599) – 24 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Teaching Pronunciation (EDLA489) – 6 credit points
- Perspectives on Language, Society and Culture (EDLA503) – 6 credit points
- Second Language Acquisition: Research into Practice (EDLA523) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Intercultural Communication (LING552) – 6 credit points
- The English Language (LING553) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Language and the Law (LING544) – 6 credit points
- Intercultural Communication (LING552) – 6 credit points
- The English Language (LING553) – 6 credit points
- Phonetics and Phonology (LING565) – 6 credit points
- Australia's Indigenous Languages (LING566) – 6 credit points
- Morphology and Syntax (LING569) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Writing Systems of the World (LING581) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
- Research Project (HASS506) – 6 credit points
- Meaning in Language (LING505) – 6 credit points
- Australia's Indigenous Languages (LING566) – 6 credit points
- Sociolinguistics and Language Ecology (LING571) – 6 credit points
- Writing Systems of the World (LING581) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
See UNE Handbook for more details. The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course plans, exit awards, intensive schools, and work placement requirements.
Fees and scholarships
How much will it cost?
Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:
| Fee type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Full Fee | $24,672* |
| International | $33,829* |
| Commonwealth Supported Place (quotas apply) | $4,717* |
| Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time | $351 |
*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.
What are the course fee payment options?
Full Fee places are mostly in postgraduate coursework degrees. In a full fee place you pay the tuition fee set for your course, however you may be eligible for a FEE-HELP Loan to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
If you are enrolled in a Full Fee place and there is a direct connection between your work and your study, you may be able to claim your tuition fees as a tax deduction.
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a government subsidised place in a university course. The government pays part of your tuition fees, and you pay the remainder.
If you have a CSP in either an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP Loan, which allows you to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
UNE scholarships are open for all to apply and offer financial help while you are studying. There are scholarships for students with high academic achievement, from rural areas, studying specific degrees, in disadvantaged groups, experiencing financial hardship, who excel at sport or want to live in a UNE residential college.
UNE scholarship applications are free and confidential. You may apply for more than one scholarship.
Scholarships
UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.
The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 20%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2024. View detailed Bursary information.
UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.
Your career
Master of Applied Linguistics graduates typically achieve employment and promotion in fields as diverse as:
- language policy and planning
- teaching English to speakers of other languages
- language programs management
- the government and public sector
- health and social services
- business and law.
The Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL) constitutes 'a recognised postgraduate TESOL qualification which includes a practicum' (NEAS: National ELT Accreditation Scheme). It also meets the standards required by most employers in the adult TESOL sector, including those in the ELICOS and adult migrant sectors and in many overseas teaching posts. Prospective students are advised to consult the NEAS website to ensure their other credentials meet the requirements.
Students who wish to pursue further research can take a 24 credit point independent research project, LING599, which meets the requirements for entry to a PhD (entry to LING599 is selective).
Course outcomes
- demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts used in contemporary linguistics and applied linguistics;
- demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the theory and practice of linguistics and applied linguistics;
- demonstrate the cognitive, technical and creative skills to review critically, generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts in applied linguistics at an abstract level;
- demonstrate the communicative and technical research skills required to interpret and explain applied linguistic theoretical issues and their professional implications to specialist and non-specialist audiences and to design and implement applied linguistics research projects that contribute to professional practice;
- apply their knowledge and skills with creativity and initiative with high-level personal autonomy and responsibility; and
- apply their knowledge and skills by planning and implementing an applied linguistics research project.
- Knowledge of a Discipline
Graduates will be able to analyse complex problems and issues in linguistics, using methodology and discourse appropriate to the discipline. Graduates will be encouraged to develop a global perspective and intercultural competence in their professional lives. Linguistics is by its nature oriented globally, because of its primary concern with human languages. One of the core units in the degree is specifically concerned with intercultural communication.
- Communication Skills
Graduates will be able to communicate effectively in the substantive area of linguistics, and in particular, will hone their online communication skills and their written skills through assessment tasks such as essays.
- Problem Solving
Many of the units in the degree concentrate heavily on the analysis of language data. Graduates will thereby develop high-level capabilities in solving problems and in applying logical, critical and creative thinking to a range of linguistic issues.
- Information Literacy
Being a fully online degree, graduates will have developed competencies in information literacy at levels acceptable in linguistics and appropriate for the University level.
- Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility
The nature of study in linguistics prepares graduates to be committed to ethical action and social responsibility.
- Lifelong Learning
Graduates will be prepared for life-long learning through being exposed to a wide range of issues in human languages and societies.
- Independence and Collaboration
Graduates will be encouraged to learn and work independently. Graduates, where appropriate, will have the opportunity to work collaboratively online to collectively solve problems in some MAAL units. Students in all units will be engaged in collective discussions online geared towards group learning.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey
Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024
Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.
We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
*The Good Universities Guide
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024 No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024 Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian University.
As an international student you can take advantage of flexible online study from overseas or while you are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa. You can’t study fully online on a Student Visa.
To study online from overseas you need to consider that you may need to travel to Australia to attend a UNE campus for some mandatory intensive schools.
Studying on Campus
Whether you are an undergraduate student coming to study in Australia for the first time, a PhD student coming to live here with your family, or you only need short-stay accommodation whilst in Armidale for Intensive Schools, we have the perfect accommodation option for you.
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Why study with us?
Choosing to continue into postgraduate study at UNE was an easy decision. My study experience throughout my undergrad was supportive, engaging and prepared me to further my education.
Why study with us?
I enjoyed the linguistics lectures a lot, and I got more access to academic resources in my major with the help of many professors, from which I got a further understanding of linguistics.
How to apply
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Important Dates
Different application methods and courses can have different closing dates. To find your correct application method click the Apply Now button below. Please check the appropriate application website for opening and closing dates.
If you are applying online direct to UNE please see below for application dates.
| Intake | Application Closing Date | Trimester Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | 16 February 2024 | 26 February 2024 |
| Trimester 2 | 14 June 2024 | 24 June 2024 |
| Trimester 3 | 11 October 2024 | 21 October 2024 |
Important Notice for Prospective Students
For accurate, up-to-date details on entry requirements, course structure, and other essential information, please consult the UNE Student Handbook before applying or enrolling. The Handbook provides comprehensive guidance to assist in your decision-making process. We apologise for any inconvenience.
