LING20010 Language, Society and Culture

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

Is LING20010 hard?

LING20010: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How society and language shape each other: class, gender and ethnic varieties, multilingualism and language contact.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 20%, Tests 25%, Projects 45%, Participation 10%

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Quick answers

When is LING20010 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking LING20010?
No prerequisites.
Does LING20010 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 20%, Tests 25%, Projects 45%, Participation 10%.
How many class hours a week does LING20010 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take LING20010 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 LING20010?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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