MAApplied Linguistics for Language Teaching

Location	United Kingdom, Southampton (Avenue campus)
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MA

Tuition fee	£15,920.00 per year

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) First- or upper second class honours degree, or equivalent in English, modern languages or a cognate discipline

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each band) CAE: level B

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. CV

Course code	Q100
More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. southampton.ac.uk/..anguage_teaching.page?

Overview

The overall aim of this MA is to provide advanced training in applied linguistics or language in education to professionals with language interests, typically language teachers in schools, further and higher education. We aim to provide this training in an integrated manner, both to professionals with interests in UK-based education, and those operating internationally. You will develop a comparative perspective on language education policy and practice; learn the skills needed to challenge professional practice; and undertake research and innovation in a range of applied language fields.

Programme structure

This programme is divided into 180 credits. 120 credits are obtained from taught modules with the remaining 60 credits relating to the dissertation.

Career opportunities

A masters degree will enable you to further develop the key skills employers seek such as: time management; problem solving; team work; deadline and project management; cultural awareness; working independently; using your initiative; relationship-building; critical thinking and research analysis. Above all, you will learn to communicate your ideas and enthusiasm to a wide range of audiences.