Deaf Studies (Language) (Graduate Diploma)
This course information is for international students only
Year
2011
Award
Graduate Diploma in Deaf Studies (Language)
CRICOS course code
019980C
Length
1 year
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo
Course description
This course is designed for people who wish to develop communicative competence in Australian Sign Language (AUSLAN). It allows students to explore the use of AUSLAN in a variety of communicative settings and develop a thorough understanding of its basic grammatical structures.
Course structure
Students take subjects totalling 120 credit points. Students enrol in one of three streams: Language, Teaching or LOTE, and complete six subjects, including two core subjects. Two further subjects are offered to comply with Department of Education regulations for qualified AUSLAN teachers - Language and Cultural Studies A and B.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
21 630
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
A three-year Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent. Applicants who can demonstrate fluency in a sign language will be considered for special entry.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/nids
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au