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PostgraduateMA

Applied Linguistics

University of Greenwich
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£18,700Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Applied Linguistics at University of Greenwich is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Develop your understanding of the key concepts in applied linguistics and build academic and professional skills perfect for a range of language-related careers, including TESOL. Our MA in Applied Linguistics is designed to engage students in a wide range of topics and perspectives relevant to the field of linguistics. We explore areas relevant to professional translation, the IT industry, education and language policy, language teaching, and publishing, all of which build your professional skills alongside theoretical understanding. This course gives you the chance to gain advanced kn... International tuition fees are £18,700 per year, home/UK fees are £11,800 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, a 80% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Core Concepts in Applied Linguistics
Second Language Acquisition Theory
Language Teaching and TESOL Practice
Translation Studies and Practice
Sociolinguistics and Language Policy
Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
Language Assessment and Testing
MA Dissertation in Applied Linguistics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above. For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.You can also read our admissions policy. If you are from outside the UK The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses. If you cannot find your country on this list, please contact international@gre.ac.uk. Choose your country: --Select-- Albania Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Bahrain Bang

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic63

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,700

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£18,700

Home Student Fee

£11,800

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Greenwich

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£27,000£34,000
3 years£17,500£24,000£28,500
5 years£21,500£28,000£36,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH19-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH19-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

5 Scholarships Available

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Greenwich Progression Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
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International Scholarship Award

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£3,000scholarship value
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Chevening Scholarships

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

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David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Commuter Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich offers Applied Linguistics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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