Certificate and Diploma of Languages/Ancient Languages
Applications for Semester 2, 2009 are now closed.
Macquarie University offers a range of qualifications for the study of languages. Admission to these qualifications are only available via direct application to Macquarie University. All programs are available to study on a part-time basis only.
While most applications are successful, admission is not automatic. The Department of International Studies or the Department of Ancient History will advise the Coursework Studies Section whether a place will be available for you.
Notification of Result of Application
Notification of the result of the application will be forwarded by mail on Friday 26 June 2009.
Enrolment
These language courses will commence on Monday, 3 August 2009. Enrolment will be held during July 2009. Details will be advised when available.
The programs offered by Macquarie University include:
- Certificate in Languages
- Certificate in Ancient Languages
- Diploma in Languages
- Diploma in Ancient Languages
If you have studied at University before, Macquarie University requires you to provide either an original official academic transcript, or a certified copy of the original with your application. If you do not provide this information, your application will not be considered. Documents can be certified at the Student Enquiry Service. You will need to bring with you the original document(s) and photocopies of the document(s).
If you have studied at Macquarie University previously, we will access your results directly.
Certificate in Languages
Who Can Apply
Application for the Certificate in Languages in second half year 2009 is open to applicants who have basic knowledge in their chosen language. Please contact the Department of International Studies on 02 98507008 (Asian Languages) or 02 98507005 (European Languages) for more information.
Confirmation that your application has been received by the University
An email will be sent to you within 7 days after you have submitted your application online. Applications WILL NOT be acknowledged by telephone under any circumstances.
Additional Information
The Certificate is a Commonwealth Supported course where HECS-HELP is available for those who meet the Citizenship requirements. The Certificate requires 12 credit points in units of study approved by Academic Senate. Details of the units available are listed in the 2009 Handbook of Undergraduate Studies located on the Macquarie website www.handbook.mq.edu.au and following the link for Programs of Study.
Approximate Cost of Program
In 2009 the approximate student contribution for 12 credit points is $2600*. The student contribution is paid per unit undertaken, so these costs are divided over the time the student is enrolled in the Certificate program. In 2009, students will also be able to seek government assistance in the form of HECS-HELP. Permanent Residents (who are not holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Humanitarian Visa) will be required to pay their student contribution fee in full to undertake this program.
*Please note these figures were correct for 2009 and should only be used as an estimate for 2010, as the charges may vary slightly.
Students should also note that there might be textbooks that need to be purchased. Students either come into the Co-Op Bookshop on campus, or view their website http://www.coop-bookshop.com.au
Transfer
Candidates for the Certificate may transfer to the Diploma prior to satisfying the requirements for the Certificate after they have obtained 9 credit points with a GPA of 2.0.
Once the requirements for the Certificate have been completed the candidate is not eligible for credit for previous studies toward a Macquarie Bachelor degree.
Eligibility for Award
To be eligible for this award a candidate must be enrolled in the award. In other words, you cannot complete the requirements for the Certificate in Languages as part of your Bachelor degree study and hope to take out the Certificate in Languages.
Areas of Study
The Certificate is offered in the following areas:
Asian Languages |
Japanese (Limited units available by Distance) |
Chinese (Not available by Distance) |
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European Languages |
Croatian |
French |
German |
Italian |
Macedonian |
Modern Greek |
Polish |
Russian |
Spanish |
Credit for Previous Studies
The maximum Credit for Previous Studies for Macquarie non-award units or similar units at another tertiary institution where the units do not form part of a completed award is 6 credit points. If you transfer units from a Macquarie University degree these units will only count towards the Certificate and not the other course of study.
How to apply:
- Complete on-line application form.
- Print out Cover Sheet - complete details, attach relevant documentation and then submit:
By Post To: Coursework Studies Section |
In Person To : Coursework - Student Enquiry Service |
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Certificate in Ancient Languages
Admission to the Certificate in Ancient Languages is open to all applicants.
Areas of study include:
- Akkadian
- Ancient Greek
- Classical Hebrew
- Coptic
- Egyptian Hieroglyphs
- Latin
The Certificate in Ancient Languages requires the completion of 12 credit points.
The maximum Credit for Previous Studies for Macquarie non-award units or similar units at another tertiary institution where the units do not form part of a completed award is 6 credit points.
Candidates for the Certificate may transfer to the Diploma prior to satisfying the requirements for the Certificate after they have obtained 9 credit points with a GPA of 2.0. You must be enrolled in the Certificate of Ancient Languages to transfer to the Diploma of Ancient Languages.
How to apply:
- Complete on-line application form.
- Print out Cover Sheet - complete details, attach relevant documentation and then submit:
By Post To: Coursework Studies Section |
In Person To : Coursework - Student Enquiry Service |
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Diploma in Languages
Admission to the Diploma in Languages is only open to applicants who:
- have a completed Bachelor Degree from an Australian university or
- have been offered a place within a Bachelor Degree from an Australian university or
- are currently enrolled in an Bachelor Degree from an Australian university.
If you are a current Macquarie Non-Award student who has successfully completed 12 credit points in the one language with overall GPA of 2.0 you are also eligible to apply.
Areas of study include:
- Asian Languages - Japanese (Limited places available, and not available by Distance)
- Asian Languages - Chinese (Not available by Distance)
- European Languages - Croatian
- European Languages - French
- European Languages - German
- European Languages - Italian
- European Languages - Macedonian
- European Languages - Modern Greek
- European Languages - Polish
- European Languages - Russian
- European Languages - Spanish
The Diploma in Languages requires the completion of 24 credit points.
The maximum Credit for Previous Studies for Macquarie non-award units or similar units at another tertiary institution where the units do not form part of a completed award is 12 credit points.
Candidates for the Diploma may transfer to the Bachelor of Arts prior to satisfying requirements for the Diploma after they have obtained 12 credit points with a GPA of 2.0.
How to apply:
- Complete application form, attach relevant documentation and then submit:
By Post To: Coursework Studies Section |
In Person To : Coursework - Student Enquiry Service |
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Diploma in Ancient Languages
Admission to the Diploma in Ancient Languages is only open to applicants who:
- have a completed Bachelor Degree from an Australian university or
- have been offered a place within a Bachelor Degree from an Australian university or
- are currently enrolled in an Bachelor Degree from an Australian university.
If you are a current Macquarie Non-Award student who has successfully completed 12 credit points in the one language with overall GPA of 2.0 you are also eligible to apply.
Areas of study include:
- Akkadian
- Ancient Greek
- Classical Hebrew
- Coptic
- Egyptian Hieroglyphs
- Latin
The Diploma in Ancient Languages requires the completion of 24 credit points.
The maximum Credit for Previous Studies for Macquarie non-award units or similar units at another tertiary institution where the units do not form part of a completed award is 12 credit points.
Candidates for the Diploma may transfer to the Bachelor of Arts prior to satisfying requirements for the Diploma after they have obtained 12 credit points with a GPA of 2.0.
How to apply:
- Complete application form attach relevant documentation and then submit:
By Post To: Coursework Studies Section |
In Person To : Coursework - Student Enquiry Service |
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Enquiries:
In Person:
Student Enquiry Service
Level 1, Lincoln Building
Macquarie University
North Ryde NSW 2109
Business hours:
Mon Wed Thurs 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
By Mail:
Coursework Studies Section
Macquarie University NSW 2109
By Phone:
02-9850 6410
By Email:
coursework@mq.edu.au