Social Research and Applied Linguistics

Course Overview

Offered by Birkbeck, University of London, the MRes Social Research and Applied Linguistics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our MRes Social Research and Applied Linguistics is an interdisciplinary social science training programme designed to prepare you for further research in the workplace or for MPhil/PhD study. The course covers ontology, epistemology, quantitative and qualitative techniques, and advanced methods masterclasses alongside substantive courses in the area of applied linguistics. You will also carry out an independent dissertation, putting into practice the methods and theoretical concepts you have been taught. International tuition fees are £20,850 per year, home/UK fees are £11,340 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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