26 weeks
Semester 1: 31 January of the commencing year | Semester 2: 15 July of the commencing year
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Sydney
The Greenway Building, Cnr Bridge and Macquarie Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
- Refer to the Arts and Social Sciences faculty handbook for entry requirements
- Entry requirements are not explicitly listed on this page; applicants should consult the faculty handbook for current details
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
AITSL (for teaching pathway) / NEAS (for ELICOS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AITSL / VETASSESS
Course Content
Units of Competency
Structure and Function of Language
Core unit of study (one of two required from core options)
Language, Society and Power
Core unit of study (one of two required from core options)
Discourse and Communication
Core unit of study (one of two required from core options)
Cross Cultural Communication
Core unit of study (one of two required from core options)
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many units do I need to complete for the Graduate Certificate of Crosscultural and Applied Linguistics?
You will complete four units of study totalling 24 credit points, including 12 credit points of core units of study (two units chosen from the core options).
Which units are available as core units of study in this program?
The core units of study available are: Structure and Function of Language (LNGS7505), Language, Society and Power (LNGS7002), Discourse and Communication (LNGS7506), and Cross Cultural Communication (LNGS7006). Students must complete two of these core units.
When are the application closing dates for this program?
The closing date for Semester 1 entry is 31 January of the commencing year, and the closing date for Semester 2 entry is 15 July of the commencing year. Separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications.
What topics does this program cover?
The program covers linguistics and cross-cultural communication, including the forms and functions of spoken and written language, how language connects with visual contexts such as gesture, image, film and sound, and digital platforms, as well as the connections between language, culture and society.
How do I apply for the Graduate Certificate of Crosscultural and Applied Linguistics?
You can submit an application through the University of Sydney's application portal. Applications open for both domestic and international students, with Semester 1 closing on 31 January and Semester 2 closing on 15 July of the commencing year.
Application
How to Apply
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