Program Overview
The Applied Linguistics at Canterbury Christ Church University is a MPhil programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Linguistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 11,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,052 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Canterbury, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Linguistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Cultural identity and cultural values in the UK-published ELT coursebook. Cultural transfer in translation: a psycholinguistically-orientated, empirical investigation into the translation of culture-bound lexis\', \'Discursive Struggle: linguistic imperialism and resistance on Chinese university campuses\', \'Filial piety: a barrier or a resource? A qualitative case study of English classroom culture in Hong Kong a secondary school\', \'Gender awareness, confidence and achievement in English language learning in China\', "\'Loud and clear\': students\' voices of disaffection on university practices in Mexico", \'Perceptions and attitudes held by Chinese language teachers toward western influence on English language teaching in China\', \'Persp\\\\ectives on change among English language teaching professionals. Producing and reproducing a professional culture of English language teacher training\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The Normal process of Application
- an application form and two academic referees who can comment on their research potential
- a 1500-word research proposal
- interview of applicants who have the required academic qualifications and a promising research idea
During the interview candidates should be able to demonstrate: a basic understanding of research methodology (e.g. the difference between and the limitations of qualitative and quantitative methods); that the research topic has sufficient breadth and depth to sustain three to four years of investigation and a thesis of 80-100,000 words; how and where data can be realistically collected; sufficient drive and determination to sustain extended self-directed study.
Where the applicant is overseas interviews may be by telephone.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,052 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,052 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Canterbury Christ Church University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Canterbury Christ Church University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months