Highlights
Tuition fee
170000 CNY / year
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Tuition fee
170000 CNY / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Zhuhai, China
Campus location
Zhuhai, China
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Applied English Linguistics program from Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University aims to cultivate graduates with advanced expertise in applied English linguistics and the ability to critically and creatively engage with emerging trends in language, culture, and technology.

Overview

The Applied English Linguistics program's from Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University forward-thinking curriculum integrates perspectives from linguistics, language education, intercultural communication, and digital humanities to address real-world challenges.

Graduation Prospects

You will gain strong theoretical grounding and practical skills in analysing language use, discourse, and pedagogy. You will also master new research methodologies and digital analytical tools essential for today’s linguistic inquiry. 

The programme opens doors to diverse academic and professional pathways including PhD studies in linguistics and language education, as well as careers in language teaching, media communication, intercultural communication, digital humanities and language technology. Upon fulfilling all programme requirements, students will be awarded the degree of Master of Arts in Applied English Linguistics by Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU). Start your journey with a globally recognised qualification.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Language in Society
  • Discourse Analysis
  • Language Curriculum
  • English as a World Language
  • Language and Education

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
Since admission offers are highly competitive and subject to quota availability, you are strongly advised to make your application as early as possible.

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
79
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

27 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Zhuhai, China

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
79
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Holder of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized higher education institution.
  • Applicants whose first language is not English, or previous degree not obtained with English as medium of instruction are required to prove their English proficiency by providing any English Test certificate.
  • Personal Statement
  • CV
  • Two Reference Letters

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Tuition Fees

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    Non-residents
    170000 CNY / year
    ≈ 170000 CNY / year

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Applied English Linguistics.

Available Scholarships

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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based

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ADB/Japan Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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Beijing Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
21 Apr 2027
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Merit-based

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China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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CryptoRunner
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
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Voice Talent Online
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Pinsky Law
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
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