Applied linguists have increasingly more positions for work in the world today and the Master of Applied Linguistics will train you for these jobs with a theoretical and practical foundation. Linguistics at the University of Melbourne is ranked 25 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

This course brings a research component to your existing knowledge so that you will graduate with a competitive edge in language teaching, language assessment and language program evaluation.

Who is it for?

If you have previous skills and experience in language teaching, language assessment and testing, speech pathology, language program evaluation or interpreting, the Master of Applied Linguistics pushes your career into the next stage.

Boost your professional knowledge and sharpen your vocational and career skills by specialising in one of three areas:

• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
• Language testing
• English language

200 point program (2 years full-time or part-time equivalent)

This is our most popular program for those who have completed undergraduate study. No experience is necessary.

150 point program (1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent)

This is for those with an undergraduate degree in a cognate or related discipline. No experience is necessary. It can be undertaken via online learning.

100 point program (1 year full-time or part-time equivalent)

This is for relevant honours graduates or those who have completed at least two years professional work experience in a closely related field, in addition to relevant background study. It can be undertaken via online learning.

Specialisations

Students can choose from the following specialisations:

• TESOL
• Language Testing
• English Language

On graduation from the Master of Applied Linguistics, you will be ready for work in professional fields including:

• Language assessment and testing
• Public service
• Teaching English to other speakers (TESOL)
• Translation

Graduates have also gone on to work in global organisations including:

• Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)
• Indonesian Air Force
• Ministry of Education Singapore
• Imagine Education Australia

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with a University of Melbourne Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at

IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 + ; Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13;
Pearson Test of English Academic: 58 + no communicative skill below 50
Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 176 + no skill below 169.