
Course Overview
The MA Applied Linguistics at Manchester Metropolitan University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The MA Applied Linguistics is a versatile and interdisciplinary programme, which aims to provide you with a solid understanding of the basis of language and linguistics. It is delivered by a team of tutors with internationally recognised academic expertise in a range of specialist areas. You will have the opportunity to build your own bespoke masters degree to reflect your interests in the further study of applied linguistics and create a truly individualised experience. International tuition fees are £21,000 per year, home/UK fees are £10,600 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£21,000
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,600
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
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