LING20009 Language in Aboriginal Australia

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is LING20009 hard?

LING20009: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

The role of language in Aboriginal Australian societies, past and present, and what Australia's languages have in common.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Quizzes 5%, Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 60%

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Quick answers

When is LING20009 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking LING20009?
No prerequisites.
Does LING20009 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Quizzes 5%, Assignments 35%, Reports and essays 60%.
How many class hours a week does LING20009 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take LING20009 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate LING20009?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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