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MA - Master of Arts
Waterloo Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MA - Master of Arts
Waterloo Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MA - Master of Arts
Waterloo Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Overview
Our Language & Cultural Diversity MA examines the complex relationship between language and cultural diversity, and will equip you with an advanced knowledge of the major approaches to linguistic aspects of culture. Through the course you will develop the research skills and knowledge to support further study in empirical and applied linguistics.
Course detail
This course examines the complex relationship between language and cultural diversity, and will equip you with: An understanding of language use in urban multi-cultural contexts in a globalised world, and of how personal and socio-cultural identities such as gender, age and ethnicity are shaped, both institutionally and at a local level of everyday social interaction. An ability to critically analyse and evaluate issues of cultural diversity and intercultural communication. Research skills and knowledge relevant to further study in empirical and applied linguistics.
Teaching and assessment
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment. We teach our modules through lectures, teacher-led class discussions and student-led group discussions.
Career prospects
Our graduates use the skills which they develop with us to pursue careers in doctoral research, journalism, publishing, international relations and language-related professions such as teaching, translation and interpreting.
Students need either: 2:1 Bachelor's in linguistics, applied linguistics, English language, a modern language, or other similar and relevant degree or Master's degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, English language, a modern language, or other similar and relevant degree. In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,944 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£25,284 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£25,284 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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