The MSc (Applied Multilingualism) at the University of Galway is designed for students passionate about understanding and addressing the complexities of diverse linguistic communities. You will explore critical issues in sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics, developing essential problem-solving and critical reflection skills to effectively plan for and support multilingual individuals and their societies. This postgraduate programme fosters professional competencies, encouraging you to critically examine your role and expertise while preparing you to manage projects that enhance the quality of life for diverse groups.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over one year, engaging with core modules in research methods and the sociolinguistics of multilingualism, alongside a significant dissertation project. The curriculum also offers elective modules, allowing you to tailor your studies in areas such as language, gender, power, or audiovisual translation. You will graduate with advanced skills in critical analysis and project management, prepared for careers in education, policy, community development, or further academic research in multilingualism.