Linguistics is the systematic study of the nature and the use of language. This involves examining the structures of languages, the uses of language, the ways in which languages differ and those properties which they have in common. Theories about language and its uses in society are studied and evaluated, and various applications of linguistics and linguistic knowledge are covered. Postgraduate linguistics at Monash focuses in particular upon sociolinguistics (language in society), discourse studies and the applications of linguistics to language issues (including the teaching and learning of languages, literacy, bilingualism, language policies, language planning etc).
The school accepts suitably qualified candidates for research degrees in linguistics (PhD or MA). For further information on the PhD and research masters in liguistics, see to http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/ling/pgstudy.html.
Master of Arts in Linguistics by coursework and research
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