Applied Linguistics (International)
Entry requirements
An undergraduate degree at 2.2 honours level (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland or international equivalent) in an appropriate subject (languages, linguistics, media, communication, English are particularly welcomed, but applications from suitably qualified candidates from other disciplines will also be considered). An interview may form part of the selection process for all applicants. This will be done in person if possible or alternatively via Skype or video conferencing where the candidate is not available and cannot attend an interview.
Candidates who do not meet these criteria may apply for admission to the MA in Applied Linguistics (International) programme as recognised prior learning may be taken into account. The admission of such applicants would be exceptional and would be subject to the approval of the Course Director and the Course Board. Places on the programme will be offered on the basis of the above, viz. qualifications, performance and interview, language proficiency level (if applicable).
Months of entry
September
Course content
The Graduate Diploma/Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics (International) is a one-year taught programme and is offered on a full-time basis using a combination of faculty-student contact hours and self-directed learning and research. The MA is about exploring language in use in a wide variety of real-world situations and contexts (education, politics and wider society). The MA has a strong international focus both in practical terms with the possibility of an overseas semester, as well as advanced language options in English as a Foreign Language, French, German, Spanish, and in theoretical terms reflecting faculty research interest in language and globalisation.
Fees and funding
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Assessment
Assessment | What kind of work will I be doing? (proportionally) |
---|---|
Written/ formal examinations | 30 |
Professional practice | 30 |
Dissertation | 30 |
Course contact details
- Name
- Dr. Maria Rieder
- maria.rieder@ul.ie
- Phone
- +353 (0) 61 234858