Bachelor of Arts with the degree of Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Linguistics
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Overview
Linguistics is the study of human language, its uses and applications in human society.
It covers topics such as:
- Phoenetics (the sounds of language)
- Grammar/ syntax (the way we put sentences together)
- 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, applied linguistics and speech and hearing sciences.
Key features
- Specialise in one of several strands of linguistics
- The opportunity to combine linguistics or sociolinguistics with a major in an associated area of study (Asian and European languages, anthropology, English literature, international studies, media studies, politics, sociology)
Minimum course duration
3 years full-time / equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Students interested in languages, broadcast media, journalism, editing and publishing, library and archives management, or language research.
HECS Course fee
AUD $5,648 p.a.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
First-year linguistics units do not require any assumed knowledge, prerequisites or recommended studies.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 96 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 60 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 30 |
| Minimum number of credit points designated as commerce | 42 |
| Completion of specified foundation units | 15 |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Arts | |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Commerce | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Double degree requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this double degree.
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | ACST101 | Techniques and Elements of Finance | 3 | ||
| Required | BBA102 | Principles of Management | 3 | ||
| Required | ECON111 | Microeconomic Principles | 3 | ||
| Required | MKTG101 | Marketing Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | either | ACCG100 | Accounting IA | ||
| or | ACCG106 | Accounting Information for Decision-Making | 3 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | LING110 | Language: Its Structure and Use | 3 | ||
| 100 or 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | 3cp from | LING units at 100 level | |||
| LING210 - LING240 | 3 | ||||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | 6cp from | LING210 - LING240 | 6 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | LING399 | C | Language as Evidence | 3 | |
| Required | 9cp from | LING or SPH units at 300 level | 9 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- Broadcasting, television and film
- Industry training programs
- Journalism
- Library and archives management
- Marketing
- Public relations
- Research and policy
Employers
- An international career in language related areas
- Education
- Government departments concerned with immigrants and language policy
- Non-government organisations and community service providers
- Speech technology research companies
Profiles
Our Students
Larissa Lightfoot
Macquarie had the largest and most diverse choice of linguistics courses of any other Uni. It is not only known for it's fantastic linguistics department, but also for psychology that I would be doing a number of courses in. The campus was beautiful, the staff were helpful, and one lovely volunteer helper who went out of her way to make sure I understood what was going on are the reasons I chose macquarie.
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