Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics
La Trobe University - Melbourne
Overview
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.
Prerequisites
One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).
Majors
Areas of study
Chinese studies, French studies, Greek studies, Hindi studies, Italian studies, Japanese studies, Languages, Linguistics, Spanish studies.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Cultural diversity manager, linguist, translator or interpreter*
*requires further study and accreditation.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 89.25 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 69.55 | 79 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 59.85 | 72.35 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the La Trobe University website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
La Trobe University
Campus
Melbourne
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Arts
Indicative ATAR
59.85
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6 years
Course Link
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