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PostgraduateMA

Applied Linguistics

University of Southampton
Southampton, England
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1 yearDuration
£26,200Per Year (Intl)
£10,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Applied Linguistics at University of Southampton is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Southampton, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. About this course Study the fundamentals of language and explore contemporary issues in teaching methodology on our MA Applied Linguistics degree. We are ranked 6th in the UK for Linguistics as per Times and Sunday Times 2025. Join a leading research institution and advance your expertise in applied linguistics theory and practice. International tuition fees are £26,200 per year, home/UK fees are £10,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,000 within three years, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Second Language Acquisition Theory
Language Teaching Methodology
Sociolinguistics and Language Policy
Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
Language Assessment and Evaluation
Multilingualism and Language Education
Advanced Phonology and Phonetics
Dissertation in Applied Linguistics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.566.56.56
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£26,200

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£26,200

Home Student Fee

£10,000

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

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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