MA Applied Linguistics

The Applied Linguistics MA at The University of Sheffield is a comprehensive program designed for people who work, or aspire to work, in a profession that involves the use of language and linguistics, such as language teaching, translation, interpretation, digital media or cross-cultural communication. This course explores the application of linguistics in real-world settings and aims to improve your practical and theoretical knowledge in this area.Course Content: The program offers the opportunity to study topics such as language and discourse in the workplace, media or intercultural contexts, language teaching, language policy and computational applications of linguistics, and research methods.Key Modules: The core modules include Introduction to Linguistics and its Applications, Research Methods, Dissertation. Optional modules are offered in areas such as Phonetics and Phonology, Intercultural Communication, Corpus Linguistics, Language Teaching, Language in Context, and more.Future Careers: With the Applied Linguistics MA, you'll be prepared for further research in applied linguistics, and for careers in teaching, especially English for Academic Purposes and English for Specific Purposes. Additionally, career prospects may also involve areas such as information technology, media, international organizations, and public relations.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.