Applied Linguistics
Entry requirements
You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject like English Language or Linguistics.
Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry. Please include details of your current and/or previous employment in your application.
Months of entry
February, April, July, September, December
Course content
Advance your understanding in the study of language and take English teaching to the next level. Our flexible distance learning course fits around your life so you can learn while working anywhere in the world.
Study anywhere in the world with a global Top 30 department for Linguistics (QS World University Rankings 2024).
You can study at your own pace and in your own time on this flexible distance learning course. We've designed it to fit around your work and other commitments. You'll self-study over 30 months using interactive course materials created by our experts in linguistics.
- Advanced level of study designed for teachers of English.
- Study online and develop your career without leaving your job.
- Access electronic resources through our library e-resources to support you studying online.
At Birmingham, research and teaching go hand-in-hand. Lecturers and professors continue to research in their field, offering valuable expertise in Applied Linguistics. You'll study online using our University's 'virtual learning environment' and access materials designed by academic staff in the Department.
- Virtual learning environment course materials: including aims and objectives, reading lists, summaries of readings, activities and commentaries, discussion and reflection tasks, and details of assignments.
- Course handbook introducing you to the team, so you know who to contact if you have any questions or need guidance during the course.
- Consult academic staff in Birmingham via Zoom.
- Dissertation - you'll undertake a 15,000-word dissertation in an area that interests you.
Information for international students
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification. You'll need to have an IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any band or equivalent.
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any band, which is equivalent to:
- TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 22 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 67 in all four skills
- Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 176 in any component
- LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill
Fees and funding
The College of Arts and Law is a vibrant community of students and academics, dedicated to ensuring that excellence is rewarded, and that fears about finance do not constrain current or prospective students. For this reason, in addition to University funding schemes, we offer our own College-specific funding initiatives.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- part time30 months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate Administrator