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 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-08 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-08-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Linguistics View 218 other Masters in Linguistics in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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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 Fee

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International

22000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22000 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

10300 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10300 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Sheffield

555 - 977 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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