Master of Modern Languages in Education(Stream 150A)Coursework & ThesisA

Course 332-BB (2009)

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Year and Campus: 2009
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate

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Course Overview: The Master of Modern Languages Education is an advanced course for both Australian and international students who desire specialist studies in and modern languages education (also called languages other than English (LOTE) education).

Please note that this course will not provide you with registration to teach in Australia.

Objectives: Students who have completed the Master of Modern Languages Education course should be able to:
  • demonstrate a high level of competence in the management and teaching of at least one modern language;
  • demonstrate a superior knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of language learning;
  • have an understanding of the theory and practice of research in modern languages education;
  • make effective use of the findings of educational writings and research in addressing language education-related professional problems;
  • have the depth of knowledge and understanding that will enable them to be a resource for colleagues in language education-related professional situations.
Course Structure & Available Subjects: Students are required to undertake 150 points of study, consisting of 75 points of coursework, and a thesis of 20,000 words incorporating research methodology (75 points). Students enrolled in Streams 150A are required to attain an average of at least 75 in their coursework component before commencing their thesis. If this score is not attained, progress will be assessed on an individual basis.
Subject Options: All students must undertake at least one of the following subjects
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2009
25.000
Compulsory subjects for students who do not have a Modern Languages teaching qualification:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 1, Semester 2
25.000
Students who do have a Modern Languages teaching qualification must undertake additional subjects to make up 75 points of coursework from this list
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2
25.000
Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2
25.000
Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2
12.500
Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2
12.500
Approved research methodology studies and thesis:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 1, Semester 2
25.000
Semester 1, Semester 2
50.000
Semester 1, Semester 2
25.000
Entry Requirements: An applicant may be eligible for entry into the Master of Modern Languages Education, Streams 150A , if the applicant has:
  • an appropriate four-year Education degree, comprising a significant component of modern languages study (e.g. a three-year post-VCE major), or
  • a three-year degree comprising a significant component of modern language study, and a Graduate Diploma in Education, or equivalent, or
  • an appropriate four-year degree and either a record of research and/or publication equivalent to year four in education or at least two years of documented relevant professional experience.
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Graduate Attributes: None
Links to further information: www.education.unimelb.edu.au

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