Projects in Applied Linguistics (LING90041)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville) and Online
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - On Campus Semester 1 - Online Semester 2 - On Campus Semester 2 - Online |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject provides students with the opportunity to apply their disciplinary knowledge to a team-based practical project related to their chosen specialisation (TESOL, Language Testing, English Language). Students will gain experience in co-designing and conducting a project, teamwork, and project evaluation. They will develop professional writing skills relevant to producing project proposals and reports, and professional presentation skills relevant to communicating project goals and outcomes to different stakeholders.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of concepts and issues in their chosen specialisation
- Apply theoretical concepts and methods from their chosen specialisation in Applied Linguistics to a real-world project
- Work successfully in teams to analyse, design, and conduct a real-life project
- Effectively and concisely present project material in a range of modes (video, poster, oral and written).
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject should have further developed the following:
- Ability for independent critical thinking and self-directed learning
- Ability to apply knowledge learnt over the degree to real-life contexts
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken modes
- Ability to work effectively in teams.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Students must meet one of the following prerequisite options:
Option 1
Selection of English Language specialisation in the MC-APLING Master of Applied Linguistics
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| LING90018 | Sociolinguistics and Language Learning |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
Option 2
Selection of TESOL specialisation in the MC-APLING Master of Applied Linguistics
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| LING90012 | Second Language Acquisition |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Option 3
Selection of Language Testing specialisation in the MC-APLING Master of Applied Linguistics
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| LING90009 | Language Assessment |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| LING90010 | Applied Linguistics Thesis |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
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: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Project brief (Group)
| Week 3 | 10% |
Progress report (Group)
| Week 6 | 20% |
Reflective paper (Individual)
| Week 9 | 20% |
Oral presentation, 20 minutes (Group 15% + Individual 5%)
| Week 11 | 20% |
Written report (Group)
| End of semester | 30% |
| Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures where offered. | N/A | |
| Hurdle requirement: 2. Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 10 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. | N/A |
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 - On Campus
Coordinator Kellie Frost Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours: 2-hour seminar per week, one compulsory 6-hour seminar in week 11 (for oral presentation assessments), and 6 hours of documented group meetings per semester Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 1 - Online
Coordinator Kellie Frost Mode of delivery Online Contact hours Equivalent of 36 hours, including one compulsory 6-hour seminar in week 11 (for oral presentation assessments, via zoom), 6 hours of documented group meetings per semester, following seminar recordings, weekly participation in online discussions and activities. There are no classes for online study. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 - Semester 2 - On Campus
Coordinator Chloe Diskin-Holdaway Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours: 2-hour seminar per week, plus 6-hour intensive workshop, plus 6 hours meetings over the semester with subject co-ordinator and/or project coordinators and team members Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
- Semester 2 - Online
Coordinator Chloe Diskin-Holdaway Mode of delivery Online Contact hours Equivalent of 36 hours, including one compulsory 6-hour seminar in week 11 (for oral presentation assessments, via zoom), 6 hours of documented group meetings per semester, following seminar recordings, weekly participation in online discussions and activities. There are no classes for online study. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024
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Additional delivery details
This subject is offered as both online and on-campus. Some restrictions on student visa holders apply. Please contact the course coordinator for more information.
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.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Further information
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Last updated: 8 November 2024