Technology in Language Learning - 100 Point Program

The Technology in Language Learning specialisation is part of the Master of Applied Linguistics.

Student who complete the Master of Applied Linguistics should:

• acquire advanced understanding of concepts, current issues and research methods in core areas of applied linguistics;
• complete a focused piece of research if undertaking the Minor Thesis elective; and
• gain specialist knowledge and research techniques in their chosen Specialisation.

100 point program

Duration: 1 year full-time / up to 2 years part-time

Coursework Only Option:

• two compulsory subjects (25 points)
• two core subjects (minimum 25 points)
• elective subjects (maximum 50 points)

or

Minor Thesis Option:

• two compulsory subjects (25 points)
• two core subjects (minimum 25 points)
• LING90010 Minor Thesis (25 points)
• elective subjects (maximum 25 points)

Capstone Requirement:

All students are required to complete the Capstone Requirement for the program (25 points). Students must complete the relevant capstone option for their specialisation -

Capstone Stream 3: LING90003 Research in Applied Linguistics (12.5 points) or LING90005 Quantitative Methods in Language Studies (12.5 points) and LING90006 Technology and Language Learning (12.5)

Purpose: An opportunity to integrate knowledge and research skills within the Technology in Language Learning specialisation

For policies that govern this degree, see Academic Services Policy in the University Melbourne Policy Framework. Students also should also refer to information in the Student Policy Directory.

Compulsory Subjects

2 compulsory subjects (25 points)

Core Subjects

Minimum of 2 core subjects (25 points)

Minor Thesis Subject

25 points

Please note: students taking LING90010 Minor Thesis should do so in the final semester of their course and must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in Research and Applied Linguistics (LING90003)

Elective Subjects

Coursework Only Option:

Maximum 50 points

or

Minor Thesis Option:

Maximum 25 points

Please note: LING90002 Presenting Academic Discourse is only available to students of non English Speaking background.

Please note: the 100 point Master of Applied Linguistics program in this specialisation is available online/distant learning and/or on campus.