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Masters

University of Southampton

Applied Linguistics (MA)

Name: Applied Linguistics (MA)
Price: £4625 GBP

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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Full time | Avenue Campus | 1 year | SEP

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

Linguistics

Course Summary

Examine the fundamentals of language, and study issues in teaching methodology, on this MA Applied Linguistics for Language Teaching master's degree. You'll investigate current theories in training and learning languages, and we'll show you how to apply these to your teaching practices. This degree will open paths to teaching in the UK or starting a career overseas. If you're a language professional in a school or other education setting, this course will help you: develop a comparative perspective on language education policy and practice, learn the skills needed to challenge professional practice, undertake research and innovation in a range of applied language fields. The MA Applied Linguistics for Language Teaching is offered by our Centre for Applied Language Research. Staff contributing to the programme are involved in: direct teaching of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and other languages, research and development work in applied linguistics and language learning, sociolinguistics and cultural studies. This blend of theoretical expertise and ongoing practical experience is one of the distinguishing features of our programme. On completion of the course, you’ll be ready for a rewarding career as a language teacher, language teaching educator, or applied linguistics researcher.

Modules

Dissertation (ALLT/ELT) (60 Credits) - Core

The Masters dissertation gives you the opportunity to undertake an extended piece of independent research in Applied Linguistics or English Language Teaching, with guidance from a supervisor.

Introduction to Research in Applied Linguistics (15 Credits) - Core

Research Skills (15 Credits) - Core

Second Language Learning (15 Credits) - Core

Analysing Language for ELT/TESOL (15 Credits) - Optional

Assessment of Language Proficiency (15 Credits) - Optional

Autonomy and Individualisation in Language Learning (15 Credits) - Optional

Corpus Linguistics for Language Teaching (15 Credits) - Optional

Critical Appraisal of Language Teaching Methodologies (15 Credits) - Optional

Current Issues in Language Teaching Methodology (15 Credits) - Optional

Digital Education and English Language Teaching (15 Credits) - Optional

Diversity, social justice and inclusion in language education (15 Credits) - Optional

English as a World Language (15 Credits) - Optional

English as medium of instruction in global education (15 Credits) - Optional

Experiences of language teaching and learning: narrative inquiry in language education (15 Credits) - Optional

Language and Intercultural Communication (15 Credits) - Optional

Language ideologies in a globalising world (15 Credits) - Optional

Pragmatics in global contexts (15 Credits) - Optional

Task-based Language Teaching (15 Credits) - Optional

Understanding Statistics in Applied Linguistics Research (15 Credits) - Optional

Writing and Written Language (7.5 Credits) - Optional

Tuition fees

UK fees

Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,250

International fees

Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£25,400

Entry requirements

You will need a 2:1 degree in one of the following subjects English, linguistics, modern languages.

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The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition with innovative modern teaching that prioritises the success of its students. Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-focused UK universities, and today ranks within the top 17 institutions in the country, according to the 2026 Complete University Guide league table. With eight...more

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