International English, Major (0018)
- Western Sydney University Major Code: 0018
Previous Code: M1132.1
Available to students in other Western Sydney University Programs: Yes. Check that your program has the available credit points required to complete the subjects in this field of study. Any requisite requirements must also be met. Consult your Program Advisor for further advice.
International English engages students in a systematic and structured study of the English language and its variations across time and contexts. Students learn to recognise and work with the uses and features of the language that are essential to a wide range of social, academic and professional contexts. The major provides a solid and comprehensive foundation for students who aim to work professionally with English in different contexts and countries, especially those intending to pursue post-graduate qualifications in education. The major focuses on varieties and structures of English, informed by studies of English in specific discourse settings, and specifically aims to ensure that students understand the language and its use very well and that they possess a highly developed capacity to use English well across a range of contexts.
Location
| Campus | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Bankstown Campus | Internal | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
| Bankstown City Campus (from 2023) | Internal | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Internal | EnquiriesHCA@westernsydney.edu.au |
Major Structure
Students must complete the following four compulsory subjects:
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| TEAC 1012 | English as an International Language | 10 |
| TEAC 2025 | English Language Analysis | 10 |
| LANG 2055 | English Text | 10 |
| LANG 3099 | English Talk | 10 |
| Total Credit Points | 40 | |
Students must also complete four subjects from the following subjects, with at least 2 at level 3.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Pool | ||
| LANG 1014 | Introduction to Linguistics | 10 |
| Level 2 Pool | ||
| LANG 2034 | Meaning in Language | 10 |
| LANG 2037 | Pragmatics | 10 |
| LANG 2041 | Structure of Language | 10 |
| LANG 2048 | Working Grammar | 10 |
| TEAC 2055 | TESOL Teaching Methodology | 10 |
| Level 3 Pool | ||
| LANG 3071 | Second Language Acquisition | 10 |
| LANG 3073 | Sociolinguistics | 10 |
| TEAC 3029 | TESOL Curriculum Design | 10 |
| LANG 3045 | Intercultural Communication | 10 |