Graduate Diploma in Arts major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics

A major is the main subject area that you choose to study in your degree. You will study courses up to Stage III level in this subject.

As well as gaining skills, knowledge and experience in your chosen area, you will learn how to think creatively, solve problems and communicate effectively, all essential skills to help you thrive in any career you choose.

Please see the main programme link below to see further details for the programme.

If you speak English as a second language, you can combine the study of academic English with the study of linguistics. Strong English language skills prepare you for success in academic and professional settings. Strong writing ability is helpful for university assessments and a valuable tool in the workplace.
As well as improving your English language skills, you will develop an understanding of how languages work. Linguistics courses explore the interaction between language, mind, society and identity. You will also study the principles and practices of language teaching and learning.

GradDipArts - Graduate Diploma in Arts

Strong communication skills are highly valued by employers, making it a valuable overall goal for your study. An in-depth understanding of how language and society interact will further enhance this ability, providing flexibility and adaptability for various careers.

Complete 120 points comprising:

45 points from Bachelor of Arts major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics Stage III Courses, and
At least 15 points from Additional Courses from the Bachelor of Arts major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics, and
0 to 60 points from Courses from the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Schedules

Selected courses must include at least 75 points at level 300 or higher.

Bachelor of Arts major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics Stage III Courses

Complete exactly 45 points from the following:

LANGTCHG 300 - Theory and Practice of Language Teaching (15 points)

LINGUIST 300 - Advanced Syntax (15 points)

LINGUIST 301 - Advanced Phonology (15 points)

LINGUIST 305 - Child Language Acquisition (15 points)

LINGUIST 322 - Middle English: Language and Change (15 points)

LINGUIST 324 - Morphology (15 points)

Additional Courses from the Bachelor of Arts major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics

Complete at least 15 points from the following:

AESL-BA - Bachelor of Arts major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics (120 points)

Courses from the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Schedules

Complete 0 to 60 points from the following:

BA - Bachelor of Arts (360 points)

BA(Hons) - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (120 points)

Please note that while regulations and programme rules for future academic years may be displayed or made available in advance, they remain subject to change. Official, final approved programme regulations for the upcoming academic year will be available when the University Calendar is published in late October of the preceding year. Any information available prior to Calendar publication should be treated as provisional.

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