University of New South Wales
Master of Applied Linguistics
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe UNSW Master of Applied Linguistics is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree that will prepare you to develop linguistic knowledge for intercultural communication in diverse professional, educational and interdisciplinary settings.
You'll graduate equipped to work in a range of fields, exploring the language used in all fields of activity. You'll develop language technologies, highlight communication within and across different cultures, and may work in conjunction with grassroots community users or assist migrant communities. You'll be able to work with the acquisition of first and second languages and investigate different discourses, such as those used in political, medical, legal and educational settings.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- UNSW School of Art & Design, Cnr Oxford St & Greens Rd, Paddington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
For the 1 year stream (A)
- Honours degree or Graduate Diploma* (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%, plus one year relevant professional experience.
For the 1.7 year stream (B)
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%, plus one year relevant professional experience.
- Honours degree or Graduate Diploma* (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
For the 2 year stream (C)
- A Bachelor Degree or equivalent with a record of academic achievement equivalent to a UNSW credit average of 65%.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Applied Linguistics will prepare you for the following roles.
Computational Linguist
A Computational Linguist develops algorithms and models that enable computers to understand and process human language. You might work in technolog...
Interpreter Translator
An Interpreter or Translator converts written, verbal or signed language into another language. You might translate words into English, or translat...
Applied Linguist
An Applied Linguist studies and applies language principles to solve real-world problems. You might work in academic settings, research institution...
Language Specialist
Language Specialists are bilingual or multilingual business professionals who are dedicated to the communication process, especially across culture...
About University of New South Wales
UNSW is at the heart of the sophisticated global knowledge system that is shaping our future. Since our foundation in 1949, we have strived to create and share critical knowledge for the benefit of society, with lasting impact. The strategies produced and implemented across our university are strengthening our ability to achieve these goals, now and into the future.
It is our privilege to shape the next generation of global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers.
