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About the school

The School of Languages and Linguistics at The University of Melbourne was created in 1993 as the vehicle for providing excellence in language teaching and learning, and for ensuring wider access, across the University community, to high level competency in languages and cultures. Its organisational structure, in close association with the Asia Institute, and its outreach to the rest of the University through the Diploma in Languages are widely seen as models of best practice in the Australian system.

Drawing on the expertise of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, the Language Testing Research Centre (LTRC), the Research Unit for Indigenous Language (RUIL), Research Unit for Multilingualism and Cross Cultural Communication (RUMACCC), and the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Dynamics of Language the school promotes working together in language teaching, learning and assessment strategies. The School also provides a focal point for reflection and research in all areas of linguistics, and in the interface between language and culture.

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  • English as a Second Language (ESL)

    ESL subjects help students to study effectively at university by developing their academic English language. Subjects are available at undergraduate and graduate levels. Emphasis is placed on students' ability to communicate ideas clearly, using appropriate academic language.

  • European studies

    European studies is an interdisciplinary program that explores the cultures, societies and languages of Europe. In this study area, students gain insights into the cultures, history and politics of modern Europe and can study one of the five European languages taught in the School.

  • French studies

    French studies helps to develop an ability to communicate effectively in the French language in order to enhance your understanding of the French-speaking world. This ability is achieved through the study of French literature, film, theatre, translation, travel writing, food & wine, immigration & identity.

  • German studies

    German studies provides an intimate study environment with enthusiastic and talented teaching staff who have wide ranging interests in German language and culture. It has a strong reputation in both teaching and research and has an impressive publishing record over a broad range of topics.

  • Italian studies

    An Italian studies major can be studied for up to four years (honours) at undergraduate level and then continued at graduate level (coursework and research Masters and PhD). Areas of expertise include Italian cinema, history, linguistics, literature, and issues in teaching and learning.

  • Gender studies (Interdisciplinary program)

    The Gender studies program at The University of Melbourne offers students the potential to learn about issues such as sexual difference, gender equity, queer politics, and sexuality, from a variety of thought-provoking and provocative perspectives.

  • Linguistics and Applied Linguistics

    Linguistics and Applied Linguistics is a multi-disciplinary study of language in all its aspects including its structure, its diversity, how it changes and evolves, how people learn and make use of it to communicate, and how it is implicated in relations of power.

  • Russian studies

    Russian studies has an MA, PhD and undergraduate program (Major). Students can major in Russian with a combination of Russian language, linguistics & literature subjects, and, in addition, subjects taught in the History & Political Science programs relating to Russia and Eastern/Central Europe.

  • Spanish and Latin American studies

    Spanish and Latin American studies offers language options at all levels together with a growing number of cultural studies subjects in areas as diverse as literature, cinema, popular culture, food studies, gender studies, and area studies in both European and Latin American studies.

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  • Research groups

    Research groups describes existing and developing research centres, institutes and units housed within or closely associated with The School of Languages and Linguistics.

  • Current research projects

    The academic staff of The School of Languages and Linguistics undertake many research projects and have been awarded many research grants. Details of current funded research can be found in this section.

  • Past research projects

    The academic staff of The School of Languages and Linguistics undertake many research projects and have been awarded many research grants. Details of past research projects can be found in this section

  • Research publications

    This section contains a selective list of recent major publications (books and book chapters) in all our programs within The School of Languages and Linguistics.

  • Discussion groups

    There are discussion groups available for some study areas

  • Research strengths

    The School conducts research into a wide range of language practices, covering through its subjects a diversity of times, places and themes which reflect the latest developments in language and linguistic practice.

  • Undergraduate

    Information for current undergraduate students including policies, assessment and contact information.

  • Honours

    Honours provides scope to refine your analytical skills and research techniques while significantly enhancing your range of options after graduation.

  • Graduate studies

    Information for current graduate research students, including facilities and resources, support and funding, student travel.

  • Outbound Exchange

    The Exchange program allows students to study at an overseas institution through the University's Exchange or Fee-paying programs.

  • Language Exchange Club

    Any student studying a language is welcome to join the program and converse with a native speaker. Come here to make friends, international contacts and improve you language skills naturally!

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  • Thursday 14 March 2019 9:00am - 3:30pm
    Elan and FLEx Training
    Training/Workshop transcription;language data management;annotation;elan;flex;
  • Wednesday 3 April 2019 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Sovereign Language Repatriation: Through Song Pedagogy
    Free Public Lecture song pedagogy;research methods;Language Repatriation;regeneration;Indigenous Language;Music;
  • RHD 2019 Workspace Applications

    RHD 2019 Workspace Applications are now OPEN

    17 Dec 2018 News
  • Why are Australians linguistically lost?

    In the 1960s, the structured teaching of English grammar was taken off the Australian curriculum, so many of us left school without knowledge of it. But it’s being phased back in, and that’s going to help a lot of students as the world gets smaller

    13 Dec 2018 HUMANITIES
  • Picking Up STEAM Episode 3

    Despite the various community benefits, free wi-fi has been slow to take-off in Australia compared to the rest of the world. Why? And should we be more careful in giving our details away for free wi-fi?

    10 Dec 2018 PODCAST
  • Patji - Dawes Award 2018 Nominations now open

    Patji-Dawes Award 2019. The purpose of the award is to honour outstanding achievements in teaching languages other than English by an accomplished practitioner in Australia. Nominate someone now...

    07 Dec 2018 News
  • Australian Languages Workshop (ALW) 2019

    The 18th annual Australian Languages Workshop (ALW2019) will be hosted by the Research Unit for Indigenous Language at The University of Melbourne. The workshop will be at Camp Marysville (Marysville, Victoria) from 15-17 March 2019.

    24 Oct 2018 CALL FOR PAPERS

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  • Language Placement Testing

    All students wishing to enrol in a language subject for the first time are required to complete a background questionnaire online.

  • Horwood Recording Studio

    The aim of the Horwood recording studio is to make sure that you can record in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, using modern technology to capture some of the best sound quality available.

  • Videos

    Videos released by the School of Languages and Linguistics including information about study areas and presentations.

  • VCE kits

    VCE written exam preparation kits for students and teachers

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