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Course Description

Go beyond grammar and vocabulary and understand how language works in the real world with this Master's degree in Applied Linguistics.

You’ll uncover the mechanisms behind human communication, delve into the process of language acquisition, learn a range of research methods and analyse how language influences various professional environments.

This course will help you think about how language shapes our interactions at work, in courtrooms or during crises. You'll study topics like analysing language patterns, using language data for teaching and research, understanding how we learn second languages, and even applying linguistic skills to forensic investigations.

Entry Requirements

  • A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent. 

English language requirements

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.5.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

By delving into these areas, you'll develop valuable skills that can be applied to various careers. Whether you're interested in teaching, research, law, civil service, publishing or communication roles, this MA equips you with the tools to thrive in a wide range of professional settings. 

Module Details

Core modules in this year include:

  • Analysing Language in Social Contexts - 30 credits
  • Corpus Linguistics - 30 credits

Optional modules in this year include:

  • Second Language Acquisition - 30 credits
  • Communication in Professional Contexts - 30 credits
  • Forensic Linguistics: Authorial Investigations and Perpetrator Identification - 30 credits
  • Communication for Justice: Interviews, Crisis and Courtroom Strategies - 30 credits
  • Dissertation Project - 60 credits
  • Professional Portfolio - 30 credits

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