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Applied Linguistics at University of Sheffield - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

Share your love of language with some of the most enthusiastic experts in the world. Whether your interest in language and language teaching is professional or academic, this MA provides you with advanced training in the theory and techniques of applied linguistics. You also have the option to take our TESOL-specialist pathway, focusing on various aspects of the theory and practice of language teaching. Course description We're currently reviewing the title and structure of this course and there may be changes to core and/or optional modules. If you apply and are made an offer for this course we will be in touch once any changes are approved. This course provides essential academic and professional training in the systematic study of language education, language learning and language teaching. The degree is ideal for:

  • experienced language teachers and language-related professionals wishing to further develop their careers by deepening their knowledge and skills in applied language research
  • scholars interested in applied language and linguistic research
  • those looking to develop their knowledge and skills at an advanced level before progressing to doctoral research
Taught by our leading experts in applied linguistics, you'll also learn from our academics who have expertise in related disciplines including sociolinguistics, critical discourse analysis and corpus linguistics, and in the field of TESOL. We have particular expertise in academic writing, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), materials design and testing. As part of this degree you have the option to take our TESOL-specialist pathway, focusing on various aspects of the theory and practice of language teaching. By selecting from the modules listed in the MA Applied Linguistics with TESOL pathway tab below, you'll be awarded an MA in Applied Linguistics with TESOL. Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

How to apply

International applicants

English language requirements: IELTS 7 (with 6.5 in each component) or University equivalent

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in English or a related subject. We accept degrees in the following subject areas: Didactics Education English English Language English Teaching (TESOL/TEFL/ELT) Linguistics Modern Languages Pedagogy We may consider other English or language-based degrees depending on the amount of Linguistics and/or teaching modules studied.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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https://sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/2026/applied-linguistics-ma#feesfunding
Applied Linguistics at University of Sheffield - UCAS