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Applied Linguistics

University of Newcastle
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,940 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Postgraduate Certificate
Duration 12 months
Delivery Online
Location New South Wales, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Applied Linguistics at University of Newcastle is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Applied Linguistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: AUD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,940 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Newcastle, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Applied Linguistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Structure of English
  2. Foundation of Linguistics
  3. Language and Meaning
  4. Introduction to Syntax
  5. Issues of Bilingualism and Bilingual Education
  6. Academic Writing
  7. Research Preparation

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission Requirements:
  • The Graduate Certificate is a 40 unit postgraduate qualification.
  • Discipline areas include: Linguistics, Education, English, Languages, Psychology and Speech Pathology.
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Admission to this program is available to Australian students, residents and international students.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,940 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 25,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 15,940 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Newcastle directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Newcastle

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University of Newcastle

New South Wales, Australia

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months