Master of Arts (Advanced) (MA(Adv))
Information valid for students commencing 2011
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2011
Semester 1 (06 Mar, 2011)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2011)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5440
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale, or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Arts in the relevant field.
Additional application information
Students hoping to progress to study in the Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy research programs should enrol in the MA (Adv) as they will be better equipped to undertake a dissertation.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineDuration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2011
Semester 1 (06 Mar, 2011)
Semester 2 (01 Aug, 2011)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5440
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale, or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Arts in the relevant field.
CRICOS Code: 057062D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Arts (Advanced)?
The MA (Advanced) consists of #32 (5382) or #24 (5440) of coursework including an #8 dissertation, the latter to be taken either in a third or fourth semester. The program is currently available in the field of linguistics. Students examine key theories and issues about language. The degree is designed for postgraduates with no (or minimal) undergraduate linguistics training, and also provides a formal qualification for practicing field-linguists who wish to improve their theoretical knowledge. The program explores the structure and use of language in depth, with courses in semantics, phonology, phonetics, syntax, morphology, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, and language variation and change. The Master of Arts (Advanced) program is designed for students wishing to undertake a long dissertation and gain entry into research higher degrees in the field of Linguistics.
What you can study
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale, or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Arts in the relevant field.
Additional application information
Students hoping to progress to study in the Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy research programs should enrol in the MA (Adv) as they will be better equipped to undertake a dissertation.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field with a grade point average of 4.5 on a 7 point scale, or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Arts in the relevant field.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 057062D
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Program rules for the Master of Arts (Advanced)
To complete the Master of Arts (Advanced)
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Arts (Advanced), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student with a relevant 3 year degree is required to obtain #32 from the MA Course List in the chosen field.
A student with a relevant 4 year degree is required to obtain #24 from the MA Course List in the field of Linguistics to be determined in conjunction with the convenor of Linguistics.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Arts (#8)
- Graduate Diploma in Arts (#16)
- Graduate Diploma in Arts (Executive) (#16)
- Master of Arts (Advanced) (#32)
- Master of Arts (#16)
- Master of Arts (#24)
