MSc Applied Linguistics

This programme has a strong emphasis on developing skills and knowledge that can be applied in professional settings

Why study applied linguistics at Edinburgh?

We're ranked 3rd in the UK and 5th in the world for linguistics (QS World University Rankings by subject 2021).

Linguistics research at Edinburgh ranks 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK in the THE ranking by subject of the REF 2014

You will be part of a learning community which includes one of the largest concentration of language scientists in the UK
Edinburgh was the first UK university to offer a programme in Applied Linguistics

This is an intensive one-year programme in what may be termed 'socially relevant Linguistics'

This programme comprises two semesters of taught compulsory and optional courses, followed by a dissertation

This programme provides you with a range of knowledge and skills to prepare you for a variety of career paths

We operate a gathered field approach to MSc applications, find out how this works

When applying you should include a personal statement detailing your academic abilities and your reasons for applying for the programme

Find out about fees and funding opportunities

Staff profiles of those involved in teaching on the programme

Please get in touch with us should you have any questions about the programme

This article was published on 26 Mar, 2021