Program Overview
The Language and Communication (Research) at Cardiff University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 Language and Communication (Research) 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Language and Communication (Research) 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
- Foundation Module: Core\nSkills, Principles, and Issues Involved in Language and Communication Research
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Research\nMethods
- Research Experience
- Dissertation
- Optional modules
- Forensic Linguistics
- Language Description
- Discourse and Social\nInteraction
- Current Issues in\nSociolinguistics
- Phonology
- Text and Social Context
- Second Language Development\nand Pedagogy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Suitable for graduates with degrees related to linguistics, language and communication. A First or Upper Second Class UK honours degree, or equivalent is required.
Applicants with a first language other than English are expected to have a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with 6.5 in each subscore.
Note: International students pursuing part-time programmes of study are not eligible for Tier 4 (General Student) visas and must have alternative leave to remain in the UK if they intend to study at the University in person.
We process applications right up to the programme start date; however we strongly advise that you have your application finalised by the end of July in advance of the September start date.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cardiff 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 Cardiff University
Cardiff University
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Cardiff University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months