4.2 (227) Read 209 reviews
Featured byThe University of Edinburgh
Overview
What will I study?
You will explore how language is used in a variety of social situations; for example, language use in everyday conversation, or in educational setting.
You will compare language variability - for example, bilingualism, accents, dialects - with social diversity such as gender, class, or ethnicity.
You will examine how knowledge and uses of language can impact people’s lives.
World-leading experts
Edinburgh was the first university in the UK to offer a programme in applied linguistics, so you will benefit from a long-established academic tradition of teaching, delivered by world-leading experts.
Research
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014), Linguistics research at Edinburgh is ranked 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK (Times Higher Education, Modern Languages and Linguistics, Rank order by GPA).
Career opportunities
This programme in Applied Linguistics from The University of Edinburgh has been designed to help progress your career as a linguist in academia or as a language and communication expert in a variety of industries.
Get more details
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Compulsory courses:
- Sociolinguistic Research Design
- Issues in Applied Linguistics
- Special Topics in Sociolinguistics
- Applied Linguistics & Language Teaching
- Language and Identity in Bilingual Settings
- Discourse Studies
- Second Language Acquisition
- Global Englishes
- Language Variation and Change
Optional courses:
Check out the full curriculum
Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
More details
- There are 3 application rounds.
Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages Linguistics View 536 other Masters in Languages in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in linguistics. We may also consider students without a linguistics degree if you if you have substantial practical experience as a language professional.
- Entry to this programme is extremely competitive.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
26300 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26300 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
12500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12500 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part-time fees:
- Home - £6,250
- International/EU - £13,150
Living costs for Edinburgh
725 - 1167 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
UK government postgraduate loans
If you live in the UK, you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan from one of the UK’s governments.
The type and amount of financial support you are eligible for will depend on:
- your programme
- the duration of your studies
- your tuition fee status
Programmes studied on a part-time intermittent basis are not eligible.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Double-check all fees
Visit official programme website
Check for any work restrictions
Visit official programme website Improve page content