Overview
This Linguistics - Applied Linguistics course at University College Cork will provide you with a solid grounding in various branches of applied linguistics, while at the same time allowing you considerable scope for specialisation in a research area of interest to you through the thesis component. Ours is a broad church and we can support you in most areas of study within the field of Applied Linguistics.
You will also receive training in research methods, allowing you to develop generic skills which you will continue to draw on in your future career as well as in subsequent study at the doctoral level.
Skills and Careers Information
What can I do after I graduate with an MA in Applied Linguistics?
This MA programme will specifically interest language graduates and those with an interest in language issues in society and a language-related career. Given the diverse branches of Applied Linguistics, students have considerable scope for specialisation in a research area of specific interest to them. A further strength of the programme is the training students receive in Research Methods, thereby developing generic skills which graduates will continue to draw upon in their future careers as well as in subsequent study at the doctoral level for example.
Occupations associated with Applied Linguistics
- Language Teaching, Education & Research
- Journalism
- Communications & Media
- Public Relations
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Translator
While these are examples of career areas, the generic and transferrable skills developed in the MA programme will be helpful in all career paths.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include :
- General Aspects of Linguistic Theory
- Applied Aspects of Linguistics
- Optional Areas of Specialisation in Applied Linguistics
- Dissertation in Applied Linguistics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Rolling deadline. Open until all places have been filled or no later than 30 June. Early application is advised.
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants must have a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) which includes a language.
- Applicants with a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) will be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), subject to adequate proof of relevant additional work experience or background knowledge as assessed by the programme coordinators in an interview.
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17000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17000 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6450 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6450 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cork
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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