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Language Testing (150pt)
Specialisation (formal)Year: 2024
Overview
The Language Testing specialisation is part of the Master of Applied Linguistics.
This specialisation focuses on the theory and practice of language assessment including test construction and validation, specific purposes tests, and alternative assessment practices, including classroom‐based and other broader social and professional contexts.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this specialisation, students should be able to:
- Describe current issues and debates in language assessment
- Critically evaluate language assessment research and its applications
- Apply theoretical frameworks of language assessment to create/analyse assessment tasks
Last updated: 30 January 2024
Structure
150 credit points
All required compulsory and capstone subjects must be completed to be eligible to graduate from the program.
150 point program
Duration: 1.5 year full-time /up to 3 years part-time
Students entering this specialisation under the 150 point program will need to complete:
- 25 credit points of compulsory subjects
- 25 credit points of Capstone subjects
- 100 credit points of Elective subjects including
For students with an ESL background:
- Between 87.5 and 100 credit points of Graduate Elective subjects
- A maximum of 12.5 credit points of ESL Elective subjects
For students without an ESL background:
- 100 credit points of Graduate Elective subjects
Capstone Stream 1: LING90010 Minor Thesis (25 points)
Purpose: An opportunity to integrate knowledge and research skills within the Language Testing specialisation
Capstone Streams 2: LING90041 Projects in Applied Linguistics (25 points)
Purpose: An opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills from the Language Testing specialisation to real-world projects
For policies that govern this degree, see the Courses, Subjects, Awards and Programs Policy in the University Melbourne Policy Library:
https://policy.unimelb.edu.au/MPF1327/#section-4.15
Students also should also refer to information in the Enrolment and Timetabling Policy:
https://policy.unimelb.edu.au/MPF1294/#section-4.1
Subject Options
Compulsory Subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
LING90039 | Concepts in Applied Linguistics |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LING90009 | Language Assessment |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Note: It is strongly recommended that students take LING90039 Concepts in Applied Linguistics in their first semester.
Capstone subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
LING90010 | Applied Linguistics Thesis |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
25 |
LING90041 | Projects in Applied Linguistics |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
25 |
Elective Subjects
Graduate Elective Subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
LING90002 | Presenting Academic Discourse |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LING90003 | Research in Applied Linguistics |
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LING90005 | Quantitative Methods in Language Studies |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90007 | Language Curriculum Design |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90008 | Language Program Evaluation |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90012 | Second Language Acquisition |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LING90015 | English Phonetics and Phonology |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90016 | Grammar in Use |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90020 | Second Language Writing | Not available in 2024 | 12.5 |
LING90021 | Bilingualism |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90026 | Transcultural Communication at Work |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90028 | Discourse and Interaction |
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LING90018 | Sociolinguistics and Language Learning |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
LING90034 | Second Language Pragmatics |
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
LING90042 | Psycholinguistics | Not available in 2024 | 12.5 |
ESL Elective subjects
Note: students must have an ESL background.
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ESLA90001 | Professional Speaking Communication | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ESLA90002 | Advanced Self-Editing | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ESLA90003 | Professional Literacies | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ESLA90004 | Intercultural Professional Communication | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Note:
The 150 point Master of Applied Linguistics program in this specialisation is available online/distance learning and/or on campus. The online option involves self-directed learning using instructions and resources provided in the LMS, and participation in online discussions and tasks as directed by the subject coordinator. There is no class attendance in this option.
Links
http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/soll
Last updated: 30 January 2024