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Master of Applied Linguistics (Online)

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Applied Linguistics provides a theoretical and practical foundation for professional work in applied linguistics. It builds on existing experience to develop advanced capability in language teaching, language assessment, and language program evaluation, with a research component designed to strengthen professional and analytical skills. Students can specialise in areas such as TESOL, language testing, and English language-related studies.

What you might learn

Students develop advanced knowledge of applied linguistics theory and its use in real-world language education and assessment contexts. The course aims to strengthen research-informed practice through training in analysis and evaluation of language learning, teaching and testing. Graduates build specialised expertise to improve professional decision-making in language program design, assessment and evaluation.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across language education and related services, including TESOL and broader language teaching positions in schools, universities and private providers. The qualification supports careers in language assessment and testing, curriculum and language program evaluation, and roles that apply linguistic expertise in professional settings. It may also complement pathways in areas such as interpreting-related work or language-support services depending on prior background.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$48,992 per year

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Information

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2 years

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March, July

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Parkville
Online

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MC-APLING

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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