- Linguistics is the study of language in all its aspects, including its structure and diversity, how it changes and evolves, how people learn and make use of it to communicate, and how it is implicated in relations of power.
- This major will give you an insight into the most fundamental of all human faculties, develops strong analytical skills and provides a foundation for work in many areas.
Careers:
- Communications
- Consultancy
- Language assessment
- Research
- Teaching
- Translation and interpretation
Qualification:
Australian Year 12
- Domestic students: 2017 Minimum ATAR -85.00
- Domestic students: 2016 Clearly-in Rank -88.85
- International students: 2017 Guaranteed ATAR- 85.00
- VCE (units 3 and 4) prerequisite subjects A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- 2017 Guaranteed IB score -31
- IB prerequisite subjectsT English
GCE A Levels/Singapore A Levels
- 2017 Guaranteed score- BCC Not available to A Level students
- A Level prerequisite subjects- At least Grade C in an accepted AS Level
Trinity College Foundation Studies
- 2017 Guaranteed score 80 Not available to TCFS students
- TCFS prerequisite subjects EAP (a score of at least 50%), and a score of at least 70% for both English and History of Ideas (Adv) (both subjects must be included in the calculation of the ‘best 4’ result)
- LING10002 Intercultural Communication
- LING10001 The Secret Life of Language
- LING20011 Grammar of English
- LING20012 Language and Media
- LING20009 Language in Aboriginal Australia
- LING20010 Language, Society and Culture
- LING20005 Phonetics
- LING20003 Second Language Learning and Teaching
- LING20006 Syntax
- LING30011 Computer Mediated Communication
- LING30004 Discourse & Pragmatics
- LING30001 Exploring Linguistic Diversity
- LING30003 First Language Acquisition
- LING30012 Language and Identity
- EURO30001 Language and Society in Europe
- LING30013 Morphology
- LING30002 Phonology
- LING30007 Semantics
Studying Year 12 in Australia
- You should apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Full details about the VTAC application process can be found on the VTAC website. Through VTAC, you can list up to 12 course preferences. You should list courses in your order of preference with the course of greatest interest listed first. Be sure that your application is finalised by the VTAC due dates.
- If you have previously applied to the University of Melbourne via VTAC but were not offered a place or were offered but never enrolled, you should apply as a new student.
- If you're studying interstate, you can find more specific application information for your state in one of our application flyers: NSW/ACT QLD SA TAS WA
Current University of Melbourne international students
- If you're an international student currently studying at the University of Melbourne and you wish to transfer to another University of Melbourne course, you must submit your transfer application via the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Be sure that your application is finalised by the VTAC due dates.
All other international students
- You can apply online using our e-application.
- Please ensure your application is received by us before the relevant deadline. An application fee of AUD$100 applies. This fee is non-refundable.
- Alternatively, if you would prefer to apply in person in your own country, we have a number of overseas representatives in a variety of countries. Search our list of overseas representatives to find one near you.
- If you have accepted an offer from another institution in Australia, been granted a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) and want to transfer to the University of Melbourne within the first six months of study you will need a letter of release from that institution. Please see our International Student Transfer Policy for more details.
- International Baccalaureate and US Advanced Placement students
- You can choose to have your IB or AP results sent directly to the University as soon as they are released. Please make sure you advise us in your application if you have authorised the release of your results.
- University of Melbourne AP institution code: 9015
- University of Melbourne IB institution code: 002406
