MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL
University of Sheffield
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This course provides essential academic and professional training in the systematic study of language education, language learning and language teaching. The degree is ideal for:experienced language teachers and language-related professionals wishing to further develop their careers by deepening their knowledge and skills in applied language researchscholars interested in applied language and linguistic researchthose looking to develop their knowledge and skills at an advanced level before ...Read more

This course provides essential academic and professional training in the systematic study of language education, language learning and language teaching. The degree is ideal for:experienced language teachers and language-related professionals wishing to further develop their careers by deepening their knowledge and skills in applied language researchscholars interested in applied language and linguistic researchthose looking to develop their knowledge and skills at an advanced level before progressing to doctoral researchTaught by our leading experts in applied linguistics, you'll also learn from our academics who have expertise in related disciplines including sociolinguistics, critical discourse analysis and corpus linguistics, and in the field of TESOL. We have particular expertise in academic writing, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), materials design and testing.

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4/279
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16th
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Grace
16 Feb 25

The uni has a very friendly, welcoming atmosphere and I am enjoying my first year so far. My course is very interesting and I feel I am supported by staff...Read more

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Luke
24 Nov 23

Supportive, good facilities, good life, awesome..Read more

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Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject.

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£10,920 per year

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£24,950 per year

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£24,950 per year

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Grace
16 Feb 25
The uni has a very friendly, welcoming atmosphere and I am enjoying my first year so far. My course is very interesting and I feel I am supported by staff....
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Luke
24 Nov 23
Supportive, good facilities, good life, awesome...
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University of Sheffield
Western Bank Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Sheffield  0.7 miles away
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