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English as an International Language (EDUC90078)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Hawthorn)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
July
School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Currently enrolled students:
Future students:
- Further information:http://hawthornenglish.com/MEGC.html
- Email:burim.boonwirat@unimelb.edu.au
November
School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Currently enrolled students:
Future students:
- Further information:http://hawthornenglish.com/MEGC.html
- Email:burim.boonwirat@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
Availability | July November |
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Fees | Look up fees |
This subject examines the establishment and functioning of English as a global lingua franca. Topics covered include: the imperialist/colonialist history of English; the need for an international language; multiple Englishes; English as a shaper and reflection of global culture; English and cultural imperialism; English and the Internet; adaptation of English to local cultures; English as an agent of change.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- understand the social and political implications of the use of English as an international language;
- appreciate the diversity of English language usage across the world;
- be able to critically evaluate the effect of the use of English in particular cultural contacts; and
- critically consider the implications of their own English usage
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted in the Master of English in a Global Context (MC-ENGGC). This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
EDUC90081 | Advanced English Communication Skills |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Hawthorn)
July (On Campus - Hawthorn)
|
25 |
EDUC90071 | Professional and Academic Communication |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Hawthorn)
July (On Campus - Hawthorn)
|
25 |
EDUC90077 | Intercultural Communication |
November (On Campus - Hawthorn)
July (On Campus - Hawthorn)
|
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- 1,000 word essay 1, due mid semester, (20%)
- 2,000 word essay 2, due late semester, (40%)
- 2,000 words essay 3, due end of semester, (40%)
Hurdle Requirement: Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- July
Principal coordinator Susan Worthington Mode of delivery On Campus (Hawthorn) Contact hours 24 hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 17 July 2017 to 14 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 11 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 27 October 2017 July contact information
School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Currently enrolled students:
Future students:
- Further information:http://hawthornenglish.com/MEGC.html
- Email:burim.boonwirat@unimelb.edu.au
- November
Principal coordinator Susan Worthington Mode of delivery On Campus (Hawthorn) Contact hours 24 hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 6 November 2017 to 3 February 2018 Last self-enrol date 24 November 2017 Census date 1 December 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 12 January 2018 Assessment period ends 16 February 2018 November contact information
School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Currently enrolled students:
Future students:
- Further information:http://hawthornenglish.com/MEGC.html
- Email:burim.boonwirat@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
170 hours per 12.5 credit point subject
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of English in a Global Context - Links to additional information
Last updated: 3 November 2022