Course summary
Do you want a solid foundation in linguistics and the freedom to explore your passions? Develop your expertise in the areas of language study that interest you the most. Embark on your journey as a language professional, or gain the skills to enhance your current career. You'll develop critical and analytical skills, preparing you for further academic research or for a professional role involving linguistics. We also offer a distance learning programme over 2.5 years. Course highlights At Birmingham, we explore the boundaries of linguistics and their application in the real world. Our academics specialise in fields including corpus linguistics, cognitive linguistics, sociolinguistics, discourse analysis and language pedagogy. Our research isn't just theoretical. You'll learn from experts uncovering how linguistics impacts daily life and society, from applied linguistics and second language acquisition to figurative language and uses of metaphor. Whichever fields you choose to explore, you'll be part of a world Top 30 Linguistics department that's renowned for research excellence (QS World University Rankings 2024).
- Explore linguistic theories in various contexts, from media and culture, to globalisation, and power and identity.
- Take advantage of our research specialisms and discover second language acquisition and TESOL alongside core modules in applied linguistics.
- Be part of a thriving English Language and Linguistics department, with opportunities to attend research talks, summer schools and conferences.
- Opportunities to enhance your learning with our annual corpus linguistics summer school and regular research events.
Modules
The programme comprises 120 credits of taught modules and a 60-credit dissertation. Visit the course page on the University of Birmingham website for the most up-to-date module information.
Entry requirements
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.
Fees and funding
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Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT