Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics

Victoria University of Wellington

Subject area

Linguistics

Qualification

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Entry requirements

The entry requirements for the PGDipAppLing are a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) with a grade average of B or better in Linguistics, English Language, Education or a language other than English (or another relevant degree), and at least two years of professional experience in language education or another area of applied linguistics or a related field. Applicants without relevant experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may be expected to complete bridging courses depending on the nature and extent of their previous experience and qualifications.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

Graduates from the PG DipAppLing will demonstrate advanced knowledge of selected topics in applied linguistics. They will be able to engage critically and creatively with applied linguistics research on these topics and apply this knowledge to understanding language-related real-life problems. The programme develops in students high-level transferable skills for language-related fields, including language education planning.