Overview

The MA in Applied Linguistics is a full-time programme taken over 12 months from the date of first registration for the programme.

Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics

Candidates who pass at least 30 credits of taught modules may opt to exit the programme and be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics.

Programme Requirements

For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements. 

Programme Requirements

Module List

Code	Title	Credits
Students take 90 credits as follows - all listed core modules in Part I (45 credits) and a Dissertation (45 credits) in Part II.
Part I
Students take 45 credits as follows:
Core Modules
AL6011	General Aspects of Linguistic Theory	15
AL6012	Applied Aspects of Linguistics	15
AL6013	Optional Areas of Specialisation in Applied Linguistics	15
Part II
Students take 45 credits as follows:
Core Modules
AL6010	Dissertation in Applied Linguistics	45
Total Credits		90

Examinations

Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Programme Learning Outcomes for MA in Applied Linguistics (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Examine and analyse language at different levels of linguistic analysis in relation to the phonetics and phonology of language systems, the morphology and syntax of language systems, and pragmatics;
  
• Discuss theoretical approaches to the study of language from an applied perspective;
  
• Use appropriate linguistic terminology to describe language in relation to different branches of applied linguistics;
  
• Discuss language issues relating to different branches of applied linguistics;
  
• Discuss concepts of language teaching and learning and aspects of acquisition theory and practice;
  
• Carry out a project in an area of applied linguistics for the purposes of a minor dissertation, including the application of appropriate methodology, collection of data and their empirical analysis.