Overview
Courses are offered in basic theoretical linguistics, applied linguistics, and interdisciplinary areas of psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics. These courses provide students with a thorough understanding of the linguistic, cultural, and ideological considerations that govern language acquisition and use.
The Applied Linguistics program at University of Massachusetts Boston is thus designed to enable students to understand the diversity of issues inherent in the study of language so that they are well prepared to teach and do research in applied linguistics.
Study opportunities
Students have the opportunity to conduct research, work with community based organizations or prepare to teach in various contexts, such as public schools, K-12, adult education, and language schools in the United States and abroad. Our campus program offers three types of graduate assistantships: teaching, research, and administrative.
Study environment
Nearly 25% of our students come from outside the United States, contributing to a learning environment with linguistic and cultural diversity that enriches the department’s intellectual and social life. Our students also represent a variety of American minority groups.
Learning Outcomes
The following six objectives and corresponding learning outcomes are aligned to our mission statement, to the TESOL and ACTFL Standards, and to the ESL Teacher professional standards outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Upon completing the Applied Linguistics course of study, students are expected to:
- Describe language using appropriate linguistic concepts and terminology;
- Understand both psychological and social factors associated with language acquisition and development;
- Comprehend cultural and sociopolitical dimensions of language;
- Master a variety of language teaching methods;
- Demonstrate appropriate language pedagogical knowledge; and
- Articulate reflective and critical knowledge regarding possible links between language pedagogy and policies and greater social justice.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Linguistics
- Language, Culture, and Identity
- Theories and Principles of Language Teaching
- Methods and Materials in Foreign Language Instruction
- Integrating Culture into the Language Curriculum
- Foundations of Bilingual/Multicultural Education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Education Language Studies Linguistics View 935 other Masters in Language Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- GPA
- Bachelor's Degree
- Online Application and Fee
- Official Transcripts
- Test Scores
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
Tuition Fee
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International
36880 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18440 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
36880 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18440 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
18894 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9447 USD per semester during 12 months.
- Part time in-state: $787/credit
- Part time out-of-state: $1,537/credit
Living costs for Boston
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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