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  4. Bachelor of Arts with a major in Linguistics

Bachelor of Arts with a major in Linguistics

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Macquarie University

Program Overview

Linguistics is the study of human language, its uses and applications in human society. It covers topics such as Phonetics (the sounds of language), Grammar/syntax (the way we put sentences together), and Semantics (the meaning of language). In a Bachelor of Arts Linguistics, you can specialise in one or more strands of linguistics including A systematic functional grammar and analysis of grammar and meaning; A social and cultural/ anthropological approach to language study and Applied linguistics and speech Hearing sciences.

Program Key Stats

$31800 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

2.5
28
75

1200
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100

Additional Information & Requirements

IELTS of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band, GCE A level with 2 passes, IB of 18, Higher Secondary Certificate (Year 12), 50% average in best 4 academic subjects, OWA of 55-66%, Completion of WASSC/SSC with B grade average in 5 relevant academic subjects, ATAR of 75, HSC Mathematics General 2 (or equivalent)

Career Options

  • Broadcaster
  • Community service language policy adviser
  • Editor or publisher
  • Government and non-government professional roles
  • Journalist
  • Language researcher

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