Overview

Linguistics and Applied Linguistics from University College Dublin nurtures essential academic values such as systematic and empirically-based investigation, critical reflection, interdisciplinarity and enquiry-based learning. It provides a flexible learning environment and encourages students to identify and pursue their own research interests. Modules apply a range of teaching and learning approaches and are taught by experienced and easily approachable academic staff.

Careers

language teaching
data mining
localisation
computer science
cognitive science
education
speech and language therapy
speech processing
artificial intelligence
publishing and media

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Linguistics

Second Language Acquisition

Research Methods

SLA + TESOL pedagogy

Phonology

Translation Theory

Sociolinguistics

Global English

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and courses will close once they are filled.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

65

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

65

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are required to apply online and ensure that they submit all the documentation requested, including complete university transcripts or equivalent qualifications, a CV, one academic reference and an administration fee of €50.

Students must have a high Second Class Honours BA degree or its equivalent. Non-native English speakers must have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no individual band lower than 6.0 or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22600 EUR / year

≈ 22600 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

9330 EUR / year

≈ 9330 EUR / year

Additional Details

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Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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Funding

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