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Applied Linguistics

Language and Area Studies

Research

MPhil

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Overview

The MA by Research in Applied Linguistics offers students the opportunity to conduct a research project in various linguistic fields without committing to a full PhD. It can be completed in one year full-time or two years part-time, with multiple start dates. Students can explore diverse research areas such as Second Language Acquisition, Sociolinguistics, and Psycholinguistics.

Application Timeline

  1. October 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. January 1, 2026
    Start date
  3. April 1, 2026
    Start date
  4. April 29, 2026
    Today
  5. July 1, 2026
    Start date

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
England£4,800£2,400
Northern Ireland£4,800£2,400
Scotland£4,800£2,400
Wales£4,800£2,400
EU£17,500£8,750
International£17,500£8,750

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
Language Requirements

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Modules

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About

Program Overview

The MA by Research in Applied Linguistics allows students to pursue a research project aligned with their interests without the commitment of a full PhD. The program can be completed in:

  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time

Start Dates

The program has multiple start dates:

  • 1st October
  • 1st January
  • 1st April
  • 1st July

Research Areas

Students can focus on various research areas, including:

  • Computer Assisted Language Learning
  • Cognitive Psychology of Language
  • Discourse Analysis
  • Lexical Studies
  • Pragmatics
  • Psycholinguistics
  • Second Language
...

Subject Area Information

Applied linguistics is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the practical application of language studies, encompassing topics such as language acquisition, language teaching, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, and language policy.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Applied Linguistics

  • 2. Second Language Acquisition (SLA)

  • 3. Language Teaching Methodologies

  • 4. Sociolinguistics

  • 5. Psycholinguistics

  • 6. Language Assessment and Testing

  • 7. Corpus Linguistics

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Analytical Skills
  • Research Skills
  • Teaching Skills
  • Assessment Skills
  • Intercultural Communication

Career

Applied linguistics offers a comprehensive understanding of how language functions in real-world settings and equips students with the skills needed for a variety of professional roles.

Potential Professions
  • Language Teacher

    Teaching languages at various levels, from primary education to adult learners.

  • Curriculum Developer

    Designing language learning materials and curricula.

  • Language Assessment Specialist

    Creating and evaluating language tests for educational institutions or language proficiency exams.

  • Linguistic Researcher

    Conducting research in academic or commercial settings.

  • Language Policy Advisor

    Working with governments or organizations to develop and implement language policies.

  • Translator/Interpreter

    Providing translation and interpretation services in various professional contexts.

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