Develop your expertise in the areas of applied linguistics that interest you most in a world-leading Department of Linguistics and Communication. Explore linguistic theories and contemporary issues in language and communication while building skills in research methods and data analysis.
You'll develop analytical skills and learn how to investigate real-world challenges through research. This will prepare you for doctoral study, research careers and professional roles involving language and linguistics.
We also offer a distance learning programme over 2.5 years. Find out more about our MA Applied Linguistics by Distance Learning .
The course runs over 12 months full-time. If the course is available part-time then this pattern will be spread over two years.
September - December (11 weeks)
Full-time students normally take three modules per term in the first two terms.
There are three hours of contact time per module per week, and an emphasis on guided independent learning.
One-third of your degree is your dissertation. You begin planning your dissertation topic during term one.
January - April (12 weeks)
Full-time students usually take three modules per term in the first two terms.
During term two you submit your dissertation proposal and are assigned a supervisor for your chosen topic, and begin to carry out research for your chosen topic.
May – August
There are no taught modules during term three. You’ll continue your research and writing ready to submit your dissertation at the beginning of September.
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To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, English Language or another relevant subject (e.g. Translation Studies, TEFL/TESL/TESOL, English Literature, Communication Studies).
Relevant professional experience can also be considered for entry.
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:
If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.
English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any band, which is equivalent to:
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