Program Overview

Professional Certificate in Language and Cultural Literacy

Overview

The Professional Certificate in Language and Cultural Literacy is designed to allow graduate students maximal flexibility in gaining an additional short qualification by undertaking introductory study across one or more subjects from a range of languages or to consolidate their knowledge of a language already begun. Students gain an understanding of intercultural communication through undertaking language and culture studies from any of 14 languages.

Course Details

• Course code: PR-LANGCL
• Duration: 1 year part-time
• Location: On campus (Parkville)
• Fees: AUD $7,744 (2025 indicative first year fee)
• Note: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available

Who is it for?

The Professional Certificate in Language and Cultural Literacy is designed for graduates interested in gaining a short qualification in languages, either as a beginner or as someone who already has some background in the language. Students can package their own sequence of study starting at an entry point suitable for their prior language experience, and there are some options for intensive mode study over summer or winter semesters.

Why Melbourne?

The University of Melbourne is ranked #1 for Modern Languages in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025). The language programs combine best practice in learning languages at all levels, with leading research in key areas for deeper cultural understanding and communication.

What will I learn?

In their studies, students will combine the two elements of language and transcultural communication/cultural literacy in their choice of elective subjects. There are 14 language options to choose from, and students can focus on one language or combine their studies across more than one language. Students will be able to commence language studies at a level appropriate for their existing level of proficiency.

Availability

This course is available to domestic students only.