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Professional Certificate in Language and Cultural Literacy

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The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Professional Certificate in Language and Cultural Literacy is a short graduate qualification that lets students build an individually tailored sequence of introductory language and cultural studies. It combines language learning with transcultural communication and cultural literacy, drawing on subjects across a wide range of language options. The course is designed to suit both working professionals and graduates who want a pathway into further language study.

What you might learn

Students develop practical language capability while building cultural literacy and an understanding of intercultural communication. The course aims to strengthen the ability to operate across cultures by integrating language study with broader cultural and communication perspectives. It also provides a foundation for learners to progress to more advanced language study where appropriate.

Career outcome

Graduates may use the credential to support roles requiring intercultural communication and language capability in professional contexts. The skills developed are relevant to workplaces that engage with diverse communities or international partners, including government, education, business, and community organisations. It can also complement existing qualifications by adding language and cultural competency for broader career mobility.

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$8,000 per year

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Information

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1 years

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February, March, July

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Parkville

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PR-LANGCL

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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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