Overview

The Education (Research in Second Language Education) route at the University of Cambridge aims to combine in-depth critical understanding of the main currents of conceptual thinking in the literature on second language learning with practical training in aspects of L2 empirical research. The aims of the route are as follows:

Examine key theoretical perspectives which have influenced recent research in second language education and to relate these to the wider context of educational research
Analyse and develop effective methodologies in conducting empirical research in second language teaching and learning in schools and communities
Develop critical skills with respect to the literature on research in second language teaching and learning, focusing mainly on core readings which provide instructive examples of empirical research
Investigate the language education issues in an international and comparative perspective.

By the end of the programme, students will have:

a comprehensive understanding of research techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature applicable to their specific educational domain;
demonstrated originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field;
shown abilities in the critical evaluation of current research and research techniques and methodologies; and
demonstrated self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and acted autonomously in the planning and implementation of research.

Continuing

Students wishing to continue from the MPhil in Education to PhD are required to achieve a mark of 70 or higher for the thesis.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

the research methods training (RMS) course
the Research in Second Language Education (RSLE) thematic route course

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-26 00:00:00

Language

English

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110

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

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Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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General requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK II.i Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

This route is intended for applicants with a background in foreign language education. Applicants will typically have a good honours degree in a foreign language or applied linguistics.

Tuition Fees

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43516 GBP / year

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18656 GBP / year

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Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 GBP / month

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