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Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics – PGDipAppLing

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Online, On-Campus

Level of Study

Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma

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Summary

The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics provides advanced study in language learning, multilingualism, and real-world language issues. The qualification combines applied linguistics theory with professional practice across areas such as language teaching, discourse analysis, intercultural communication, multilingual education, and language policy.

Language in a changing world

You’ll use theories, methods, and problem-based approaches to explore language use, learning, and teaching in diverse, digitally connected contexts.

Learn from the experts

Our lecturers are internationally recognised researchers with expertise across a wide range of applied linguistics fields, including multilingualism, language learning and teaching, intercultural communication, discourse analysis, digital language learning, and language policy.

You’ll learn from experienced educators and researchers working on real-world language issues in New Zealand and internationally, including:

  • multilingualism
  • heritage language learning
  • mother tongue maintenance
  • online language learning communities
  • digital and distance language learning
  • intercultural experiences of international students and educators
  • language learning and emotion
  • oral proficiency and language assessment
  • discourse analysis
  • multilingual education.
Further study

If you want to take on the challenge of master’s study, you can apply for a Master of Applied Linguistics.

Entry criteria

Entry requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

  • Massey University entry requirements
Specific requirements

To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics you will have been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor’s degree.

You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

English language requirements

To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

Time limits for Honours, Distinction and Merit

Where your qualification is completed within the stated time limit and to a high standard, you may be able to graduate with Distinction or Merit.

Prior learning, credit and exemptions

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

English language skills

If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits to complete postgraduate qualifications.  If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

Official regulations

To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.

You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification  or specialisation you enrolled in may be no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

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