Master of Modern Languages Education(Stream 100A) Coursework and ThesisA

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The Master of Modern Languages Education is an advanced course for both Australian and international students who desire specialist studies in 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.

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.

Students are required to undertake 100 points of study, consisting of a thesis of 20,000 words with a research methodology component (75 points total) and 25 points of coursework selected from the list below. Students must publicly present a research paper in the last six months of their candidature. Applicants for Stream 100A are required to submit a thesis proposal signed by their prospective supervisor with their application.

Students enrolled in Streams 100A 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.

Coursework subjects (select one):

Approved research methodology studies

An applicant may be eligible for entry into the Master of Modern Languages Education, Stream 100A if the applicant has:

• an appropriate four year degree comprising approved modern language and modern languages methodology studies and at least two years of documented relevant work experience, or
• a three year degree and Graduate Diploma in Education comprising modern languages methodology studies and at least two years of documented relevant work experience, or
• the Postgraduate Certificate in Modern Languages Education

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.

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