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PD-ARTS Linguistics and Applied Linguistics

Postgraduate Diploma in ArtsInformal specialisationYear: 2018

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Overview

Please note that PD-ARTS Postgraduate Diploma in Arts will no longer be accepting new applications as of the 1st January 2015, the program from 2015 will be offered as GDA-ARTS Graduate Diploma in Arts (Advanced). Please refer to the correct handbook entry for program information for commencing students from 2015.

The Postgraduate Diploma program in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics consists of advanced coursework and an original supervised research project designed to extend the students’ knowledge and skills using regular methods of inquiry and applying appropriate theories and methodologies to the identification and resolution of research questions within linguistics and applied linguistics.

After completing the program, students will be prepared to progress into a research higher degree at the Master or PhD level or enter the workforce with improved employment options and scope for professional advancement.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation should:

  • complete the equivalent of a four year BA (Honours) degree with a research component and obtain a recognised qualification;
  • gain an adequate basis for pursuing advanced studies in linguistics and applied linguistics at Masters or PhD level;
  • demonstrate a specialist understanding of specific areas of study, showing an understanding of the latest research directions;
  • develop a capacity for an advanced level of analysis in relation to the specific issues in linguistics and applied linguistics.

Last updated: 18 December 2020

Structure

The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation requires:

  • thesis subject (50 points)
  • one compulsory subject (12.5 points)
  • elective subjects (37.5 points)

Total 100 points

Please note: the thesis must be taken over two consecutive semesters

Subject Options

Thesis Subject

50 points

Please note: the thesis must be taken over two consecutive semesters

Code Name Study period Credit Points
LING40014 Linguistics & Applied Linguistics Thesis No longer available

Compulsory Subject

12.5 points

Code Name Study period Credit Points
LING40002 Issues in Linguistic Research
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Elective Subjects

Note: Postgraduate Diploma students may also take the following subjects for 25 points by enrolling in Directed Reading Project for the remaining 12.5 points:

  • Seminars in Theoretical Lunguistics
  • Structure of Aboriginal Languages
  • Seminars in Descriptive Linguistics
  • Discourse Analysis & Representation
  • Experimental Phonetics

Note: Postgraduate Diploma students may only enrol in one of the following subjects for the Honours degree and these subjects are not available in online mode for Postgraduate Diploma students:

  • Quantitative Methods in Language Studies
  • Second Language Acquisition
  • English in a Globalised World
  • Bilingualism

Note: Students must obtain written permission from the subject coordiantor to enrol in LING40001 Directed Reading Project

Code Name Study period Credit Points
LING40001 Directed Reading Project Not available in 2018 12.5
LING40003 Discourse Analysis and Representation Not available in 2018 12.5
LING40004 Seminars in Theoretical Linguistics Not available in 2018 12.5
LING40005 Structure of Aboriginal Languages Not available in 2018 12.5
LING40006 Linguistic Field Methods Not available in 2018 25
LING40008 Experimental Phonetics Not available in 2018 12.5
LING40009 Seminars in Descriptive Linguistics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
LING40011
LING40013 Methods in Sociolinguistic Research
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 25
LING90005 Quantitative Methods in Language Studies
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
 12.5
LING90012 Second Language Acquisition
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
 12.5
LING90019 English in a Globalised World Not available in 2018 12.5
LING90021 Bilingualism Not available in 2018 12.5

Links

http://www.languages.unimelb.edu.au/

Last updated: 18 December 2020