Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics (GCAppLing)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5463
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale. The TESOL Studies field also requires a minimum of one year teaching experience.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 7550
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
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Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
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Half Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5463
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale. The TESOL Studies field also requires a minimum of one year teaching experience.
CRICOS Code: 064991D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. Internet based TOEFL test results are considered on a case by case basis. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 10875
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics?
This postgraduate coursework program offers study in the fields of Applied Linguistics and TESOL. The program has two missions. The first is to provide a quality professional development program for teachers of English and other second languages, and language professionals in translation, interpreting and other second language areas. The second mission is to provide coursework students the opportunity to explore research options and develop specialisations for further study.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Applied Linguistics
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale. The TESOL Studies field also requires a minimum of one year teaching experience.
Additional application information
A number of courses are available online and are therefore available off-campus. International students can study the online courses from your home country.
Apply online
Apply online to the Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale. The TESOL Studies field also requires a minimum of one year teaching experience.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 064991D
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. Internet based TOEFL test results are considered on a case by case basis. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative program fee 2013: AUD$ 7550
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative program fee: AUD$ 10875
A student's actual fee may vary in accordance with his or her choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics
Careers
The program has two major roles: as a professional development program, and also as an opportunity to explore options and develop specializations for further study.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
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See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics.
