Study Plan

The Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics program is designed for individuals seeking a thorough grounding in language teaching, learning, and research. Early coursework covers essential topics such as Concepts in Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Sociolinguistics, and Discourse Analysis, ensuring a solid theoretical base alongside the development of advanced academic writing skills. As students progress, they delve into more specialized areas, including Language Assessment and Testing, Language Pedagogy and Curriculum Development, and Research Methods and Training. The curriculum further incorporates diverse perspectives with courses like Language Policy and Planning, Computer-Assisted Language Learning, Psycholinguistics, and a Teaching Practicum, helping students gain both practical classroom experience and an understanding of technological innovations in language education. Elective offerings, such as Second Language Pragmatics and Introduction to Forensic Linguistics, allow students to explore emerging fields in the discipline. In their final stage, students undertake a Graduation Project that integrates their research training with practical application, preparing them for careers in education, policy-making, and beyond. If you are passionate about language and eager to advance in the field, this comprehensive program provides both depth and breadth in applied linguistics.

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Level Course Code Course Title Required or Elective Pre-Requisite Courses Credit Hours Type of Requirements
Level 1 6521 ENG-3 Concepts in Applied Linguistics .docx .pdf Required N/A 3 Program
6522 ENG-3 Language Acquisition .docx .pdf Required N/A 3 Program
6523 ENG-3 Sociolinguistics .docx .pdf Required N/A 3 Program
6524 ENG-3 Discourse Analysis .docx .pdf Required N/A 3 Program
Level 2 6525 ENG-3 Language Assessment and Testing .docx .pdf Required 6521 ENG-3 3 Program
6526 ENG-3 Language Pedagogy and Curriculum Development .docx .pdf Required 6521 ENG-3 3 Program
6527 ENG-4 Research Methods and Training .docx .pdf Required N/A 4 Program
Level 3 6528 ENG-3 Language Policy and Planning .docx .pdf Required N/A 3 Program
6529 ENG-3 Computer Assisted Language Learning .docx .pdf Elective 6521 ENG-3 3 Program
6530 ENG-3 Psycholinguistics .docx .pdf Elective N/A 3 Program
  6531 ENG-3 Teaching Practicum .docx .pdf Required 6521 ENG-3, 6526 ENG-3 3 Program
Level 4 6532 ENG-3 Second Language Pragmatics .docx .pdf Elective 6521 ENG-3 3 Program
6533 ENG-3 Introduction to Forensic Linguistics .docx .pdf Elective 6521 ENG-3 3 Program
6534 ENG-5 Graduation Project .docx .pdf Required 6527 ENG-4 5 Program