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Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics

La Trobe University

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About

In our Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics, you’ll explore the foundations of human communication, the structure and history of languages, and how communication skills are acquired and developed.

You’ll develop an advanced understanding of linguistics, investigating sound systems, how sentences are structured, and the ways we use language and interpret meaning. Then you’ll choose a language major and explore the culture of your chosen language, with options including Chinese, French, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Hindi.

Areas of study

Chinese studies, French studies, Greek studies, Hindi studies, Italian studies, Japanese studies, Languages, Linguistics, Spanish studies.

Career opportunities

Cultural diversity manager, linguist, translator or interpreter*

*requires further study and accreditation.

Practical experience

During this course, you will have the opportunity to participate in a work-based learning (WBL) placement experience, designed to allow you to extend your formal academic learning beyond the classroom. The WBL experience will provide the opportunity to bring your learning from the university and test out your knowledge in a professional, real-world environment.

Fees and charges

Refer to La Trobe University course website for current fee information.

Prerequisites

One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Subject adjustments: Applicants who successfully complete one of the following HSC or equivalent Year 12 subjects will have their selection rank increased by one point per study:

  • Band 3 in Agriculture, Ancient History, Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, English Advanced, Geography, Legal Studies, Modern History, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), Physics, Society and Culture, Studies of Religion II.
  • Band 2 in any language other than English.

Selection ranks can be increased by a maximum of five points.

All applicants

Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

Academic record: This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Refer to detailed information about admission criteria on the La Trobe University website.

Also refer to La Trobe University general admission criteria, location and equity adjustments.

Student profile

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Further information

View all details of this course on the La Trobe University website.

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