Language Acquisition and Development MSc

Bangor Universitys MSc in Language Acquisition and Development will develop your understanding of how language is acquired in childhood and how it changes as we age. You will gain the theoretical and practical skills to examine language development in children and adults, including in multilingual people and those with acquired and developmental conditions, such as dementia or Down syndrome. The course includes case studies from a range of languages and welcomes students from the UK and across the world.

The programme will make you highly employable in a range of sectors in the UK and internationally, including: education, health and social care, community and charity work, academia.

You will have access to state-of-the-art learning facilities and the opportunity to contribute to cutting edge research, for example by joining Bangors Child Bilingualism Lab, whose research has made a positive difference to many peoples lives. Examples of recent research include:

The first study of bilingualism in individuals with Down syndrome in the UK

The first study of bilingualism in individuals with a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism in the world

In addition to our strong research culture, smaller class sizes and a strong community mean that you can receive greater support. You build up close working relationships with leading experts in the field in order to develop your own innovative research.

Careers

Taking the MSc Language Acquisition and development will prepare you for numerous career paths.

Your new skills will be invaluable in careers including:

Teaching (primary school, secondary school, further, higher and adult education)

Health and care sectors

Community work (e.g. related to language engagement)

The charity sector

Media

Civil service

After the completion of a degree in MSc Language Acquisition and Development, you will also have honed the abilities needed to undertake further research, either in the public/private sector, or through pursuing a PhD in Linguistics, Education, Psychology, or a related subject.

A 2.ii undergraduate degree or equivalent in linguistics or a related area (e.g. Modern Languages, Translation, Psychology, English Language/Literature, English Education/English Language education).