Overview
This specialisation is for students commencing from 2023.Linguistics is the study of human language. The major specialisation in Linguistics provides you the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of a variety of questions such as: How do people use language in various situations? What is the biological basis for language? … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Articulate linguistic theories and core analytical approaches relevant to the study of living languages.
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2.
Describe the place of language and linguistic theory in the interdisciplinary study of communication, cognition, society and/or culture.
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3.
Undertake rigorous and engaged scholarly enquiry.
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Collaborate effectively with others and demonstrate intercultural reflexivity.
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5.
Communicate and debate complex ideas about language.
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Exhibit initiative and self-direction to continuously acquire knowledge of linguistics.
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- Leaders
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Critically and creatively employ disciplinary bodies of knowledge about the study of linguistics.
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8.
Act ethically, respectfully and responsibly.
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- Professionals
- Global citizens
9.
Articulate a general body of knowledge about linguistic diversity, language endangerment, and language revitalization with particular reference to Australian First Nations languages and their speakers.
- Global citizens
- Professionals
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Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Arts - BA3409 - Arts
Bachelor of Psychological Science - BPsychSc3435 - Psychological Science
Specialisation Structure
You must take 48 UOC, including 12 UOC at Level 1, 24 UOC at Level 2 and 12 UOC at Level 3.
Arts/Education (Secondary) Students
Level 1 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 2 and 3 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
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