Applied Linguistics and Communication (MA)
Master
In London
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
Our MA Applied Linguistics and Communication is taught by leading specialists in multilingualism and multiculturalism. Applied linguistics has been taught at Birkbeck since 1965, making this one of the oldest departments in the world. The most recent external examination of our programme reported that ‘there are very high levels of professionalism and real quality in teaching. Students taking this unique course are getting the best in terms of professional practice and support. They are also allowed to develop their own interests and demonstrate independence of both skills and knowledge.’
The core modules introduce you to qualitative and quantitative research methods for undertaking your own empirical and/or theoretical research into language and language behaviour in the form of an extended literature review or dissertation, and to sub-domains of applied linguistics such as first and second language acquisition, intercultural communication, language pedagogy and assessment, language impairment, language policy and language and identity. You are also able to choose from a suite of option modules.
The programme is also unique in offering you a choice between two dissertation pathways: an empirical research investigation of an aspect of language teaching and learning, or an independent library-based project on a relevant topic of your choice.
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About this course
The programme is suitable for people who wish to further their career prospects and professional development, and those who have an interest in doctoral research and aspire to work in higher education. The MA is an internationally recognised higher professional qualification.
Graduates can pursue careers in education, local government and the charity sector, public relations and the media, marketing and lexicography. Possible professions include English as a second language (ESOL) teacher, lexicographer, or speech and language therapist. This degree can also be useful in becoming a Civil Service fast streamer, primary school teacher, or translator.
Usually a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, or overseas equivalent, in a relevant subject and/or professional training and expertise.
A short admissions task of no more than 500 words may be requested, to support your application.
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Subjects
- Global
- Marketing Communications
- Marketing
- International Management
- Staff
- Office IT
- Teaching
- Design
- Perspective
- International
- Communications
- Communication Training
- Sociolinguistics
Course programme
You take two core modules, Research Methods and Design and Introduction to Applied Linguistics (30 credits each).
You then either choose two option modules (30 credits each) and complete a 12,000-15,000-word dissertation (60 credits), or choose three option modules (30 credits each) and complete a 4500-5000-word independent literature review (30 credits).
CORE MODULES- Introduction to Applied Linguistics
- Research Methods and Design
- Analysing Language Structure and Use
- Bilingualism
- Identity in Applied Linguistics Research Level 7
- Intercultural Communication in Business Contexts
- Language Teaching and Learning in Multilingual and Multicultural Contexts
- Language, Culture and Communication
- Linguistic Description for Language Teaching (Level 7)
- Marketing Communications: A global perspective
- Neurolinguistics (level 7)
- Psycholinguistics (level 7)
- Second Language Acquisition
- Sociolinguistics
- Dissertation
- Independent Literature Review
Additional information
Part-time home students: £4410 pa
Full-time home students: £8820 pa
Part-time international students: £8010 pa
Full-time international students: £16020 pa
Applied Linguistics and Communication (MA)