The Graduate Diploma in Language Studies is a 36-unit coursework program offered by the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. It is only available as an exit award for students who are enrolled in the Master of Language Studies.
Course aims
The course aims to:
- provide an advanced level of understanding of one of the following areas of specialisation: Cultural Studies and/or Applied Linguistics, relative to French, Italian, Modern Greek, Spanish, Indonesian, or Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL), according to the option chosen
- expose students to an in-depth body of knowledge relative to the above area of specialisation
- train students to form broad conceptual understandings while gaining depth of knowledge of a particular area of specialisation, through coursework and through a supervised study project
- provide high-level practical language training
- provide vocational knowledge and abilities in areas relevant to the language professional.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, graduates will:
- demonstrate broad knowledge of Cultural Studies and/or Applied Linguistics Studies, relative to French, Italian, Modern Greek, Spanish, Indonesian, or TESOL, according to the area of specialisation chosen
- demonstrate high-level critical understanding of complex theories and principles underpinning the chosen area of Language Studies, and knowledge of current issues therein
- be able to communicate at a high level of competence in language skills intrinsic to specialised vocational applications
- demonstrate advanced level of knowledge and skills in relation to cross-cultural communication
- demonstrate understanding and respect for cultural and linguistic diversity at both local and global levels.
Program of study
To qualify for the Graduate Diploma in Language Studies a student must complete 36 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the following program of study:
Option topics
36 units chosen from the following:
Research Preparation
LANG7413 Preparing for Language Studies Research (4.5 units)
Applied Linguistics
LANG8001 Introduction to Second Language Acquisition (4.5 units)
LANG8002 Second Language Teaching Methodology (4.5 units)
LANG8003 Introduction to Classroom-based Research (4.5 units)
LING7102 Cross-cultural Pragmatics and Intercultural Communication (4.5 units)
LING8605 Intercultural Communication in Everyday Life and the Workplace (4.5 units)
Language and Cultural Studies
LANG7401 Language Studies A (4.5 units)
LANG7402 Language Studies B (4.5 units)
LANG7411 Culture Studies A (4.5 units)
LANG7412 Culture Studies B (4.5 units)
LANG8503 Literature and Society (4.5 units)
LANG8701 Study Abroad Program (4.5 units)
Teaching English as a Second Language
ESOL8001 Second Language Learning and Teaching (4.5 units)
ESOL8002 Second Language Testing (4.5 units)
ESOL8003 Introduction to English Linguistics (4.5 units)
ESOL9004 TESOL Methodology (4.5 units)
ESOL9005 ESOL Pedagogy (4.5 units)
ESOL9006 English as a Global Language (4.5 units)
