Overview

This Applied Linguistics course from the University of Sheffield provides essential academic and professional training in the systematic study of language education, language learning and language teaching. The degree is ideal for:

experienced language teachers and language-related professionals wishing to further develop their careers by deepening their knowledge and skills in applied language research

scholars interested in applied language and linguistic research

those looking to develop their knowledge and skills at an advanced level before progressing to doctoral research

Taught by our leading experts in applied linguistics, you'll also learn from our academics who have expertise in related disciplines including sociolinguistics, critical discourse analysis and corpus linguistics, and in the field of TESOL. We have particular expertise in academic writing, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), materials design and testing.

Your career

Our graduates have expert-led training in a range of applied linguistic research and research skills in preparation for advanced careers in language and language teaching all over the world. They also work in business, publishing, translation and interpreting.

The skills gained on this degree programme are designed to enhance the careers of experienced language teachers and language-related professionals including those involved in curriculum development, translation and interpreting, and forensic and clinical work involving language by deepening their theoretical knowledge and skills in applied language research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

English Grammar and Discourse

Language Teaching Methodology

Second Language Acquisition

Research Methods

Dissertation (MA only)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-04 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate degree at 2:1 or above in English or a related subject.

Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.

We also accept a range of other UK qualifications and other EU/international qualifications.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23760 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10710 GBP / year

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Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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