Master of English as an International Language

Course Overview

The Master of English as an International Language further develops students' confidence and competence as international English communicators. It provides opportunities to develop advanced communication skills in English and to develop an enhanced intercultural perspective. Students are required to exhibit analytic and problem solving skills as well as the ability to work independently to achieve their goals. They learn how to develop their English independently, how to conduct and present major research reports relevant to their future professional or academic interest and how to articulate their knowledge appropriately in English. Graduates of the Master of English as an International Language program will be able to communicate successfully in English in international academic, business and professional settings.
This course is only available to students for whom English is a second or other language. Students can commence in any semseter. Classes are primarily taught at the Hawthorn campus.
CRICOS Code:
055538M
Fee information:
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Level:
Graduate/Postgraduate
Duration & Credit Points:
200.00 credit points taken over 4 semesters
Starting Dates:
March, July, October
Course information:
 
Contact: Sue Worthington - Course Coordinator
Email: sewo@unimelb.edu.au, Tel: +61 (0)3 98154025 or
Melbourne Graduate School of Education Student Centre
234 Queensberry St, Parkville.
Objectives:
Students who have completed the Master of English as an International Language course should be able to:
  • Understand the English language and its variability in different social contexts;
  • Appreciate how to acquire and develop language skills and other knowledge in and through English;
  • Be able to use English in a variety of social and professional contexts;
  • Learn how to learn a language and continue to develop their English independently;
  • Articulate their knowledge appropriately in English;
  • Exhibit analytic and problem solving skills;
  • Work independently to achieve goals and to promote their own language development learning;
  • Interact effectively when required with others without being inhibited by English.
Subjects:
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Entry Requirements:
An applicant may be eligible for entry into the Master of English as an International Language, if the applicant has:
  • Successfully completed the Graduate Diploma in English as an International Language (100 points) with an average score of at least 65%.
Core Participation Requirements:
Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject.
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