Embark on the MA Applied Linguistics at the University of Reading, a postgraduate degree designed for those passionate about understanding and shaping language in its diverse real-world applications. You will explore the intricate relationship between language and society, delving into areas such as sociolinguistics, phonetics, and the principles of second language acquisition. This programme is ideal if you seek to develop advanced analytical skills and a critical understanding of how language functions in contexts ranging from education and policy to professional communication and intercultural interactions.
This full-time, on-campus Master's degree is structured over one year, offering a blend of compulsory and optional modules that allow you to tailor your studies. You will engage with core subjects like Foundations of Language Study and Sociolinguistics, and have the opportunity to specialise through modules such as Corpus Linguistics or Language and Migration. Your learning culminates in a significant dissertation, where you will conduct independent research. You will graduate with a robust foundation in applied linguistics, prepared for careers in teaching, research, policy, or language-focused industries.