Applied Linguistics

Course Overview

The MSc Applied Linguistics at The University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. This programme offers a linguistic perspective on real-world problems of language in use, with a strong emphasis on developing skills and knowledge that can be applied in a wide range of professional settings. In Applied Linguistics, we draw on knowledge about language, how it works and how it is used in order to contribute to real-life issues. We examine language and other communicative modes in a variety of social settings, such as: * everyday conversation * educational settings * medical settings * digital and social media We focus on language variability, for example, bilingua... A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a 89% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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