The School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies has a world class reputation for its teaching and research in the fields of Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, and TESOL. The School incorporates the Deaf Studies Research Unit and the English Language Institute, and offers a range of academic and professional Writing Courses. The Language in the Workplace project is part of the School.
Where could TESOL take you?
We offer undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate TESOL programmes.
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Master's student Shannon Couper
"Being a student at the University allowed me to cast the net wide and explore all my options. During my time here, I've had amazing opportunities"
BA Student Ursula Featherstone
Linguistics studies enhances language learning for Spanish and TESOL student Ursula.
Dr Stephen Skalicky
Stephen's research investigates how creativity, language, and cognition influence and interact with one another during language use as well as language learning
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New Zealand language values equality
If you walk into a workshop to learn a trade in New Zealand, you’ll hear the teacher referring to the group as ‘guys’, and individual students as ‘mate’—reflecting the egalitarian values of the society we live in.
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A 'fresh' perspective on linguistics
For Bryer Oden, a summer research scholarship was a chance for her to explore further her love of linguistics and prepare for her Master’s programme.
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Undergraduate reading and writing requirements at VUW
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