M.Phil. in Applied Linguistics

Dublin

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

This program provides a comprehensive understanding of linguistic theories and their real-world applications. It explores language acquisition, multilingualism, language teaching, sociolinguistics, and language processing.

Curriculum: Courses cover linguistic theories, research methodologies, psycholinguistics, language teaching methodologies, sociolinguistics, discourse analysis, and computational linguistics. It emphasizes both theoretical concepts and practical applications.

Research Focus: Students engage in research projects exploring various aspects of applied linguistics, such as language acquisition, bilingualism, language teaching methodologies, language processing, computational linguistics, or language policy.

Industry Engagement: The program may collaborate with language teaching institutions, educational organizations, tech companies, or language service providers. It may offer internships or projects in language education, translation, or language technology.

Global Perspective: Embracing a global outlook, the program may address linguistic diversity, language policies, and multilingualism in various cultural and global contexts. It may analyze language-related issues from diverse geographical regions.

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Location

Dublin

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

€ 20460

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: For admission to postgraduate programs at Trinity College Dublin, international students are typically required to have achieved a minimum academic score of 65% or above in their prior qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
  • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 88, with no section score below 20.
  • PTE Academic: Overall score of 63, with a minimum of 59 in each section.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET): Overall score of 120, with a minimum of 105.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Trinity College Dublin offers an array of scholarships to attract and support international students seeking to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to talented individuals from around the world.

Trinity Global Graduate Award: This award provides financial assistance to high-achieving international students applying for postgraduate programs. It covers full tuition fees for successful applicants, ensuring access to Trinity's exceptional academic offerings.

Trinity College Dublin Scholarships: These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students based on academic merit and may cover partial tuition fees or provide stipends to support living expenses.

Government and External Scholarships: TCD facilitates numerous external scholarship programs offered by governments, foundations, and organizations worldwide. These scholarships vary in criteria and scope, providing opportunities for international students across different academic disciplines.

Specific Program Scholarships: Certain academic departments or faculties within Trinity College Dublin may offer scholarships tailored to specific fields of study or research areas. These scholarships aim to attract exceptional talent and encourage students to pursue specialized programs.

Sports Scholarships: TCD also recognizes athletic excellence by offering scholarships to international students with outstanding sports achievements. These scholarships support student-athletes in balancing their academic pursuits with sports participation.

Graduates of the M.Phil. in Applied Linguistics program pursue diverse career paths related to language and communication.

  1. Language Educator/Trainer: Teach languages, develop language curricula, or design language programs for educational institutions or language schools.

  2. Language Policy Analyst: Work in governmental or international agencies, advising on language policies, language planning, or language education strategies.

  3. Translator/Interpreter: Translate written content or interpret spoken language in various fields such as business, healthcare, law, or diplomacy.

  4. Language Technologist: Work in tech companies involved in natural language processing, speech recognition, machine translation, or linguistic software development.

  5. Applied Linguistics Researcher: Conduct research in academia or research institutions focusing on language acquisition, language processing, bilingualism, or language education.

  6. Content Developer/Editor: Create linguistic content for media, publishing, advertising, or digital platforms, considering linguistic and cultural factors.

  7. Language Assessment Specialist: Develop language proficiency tests, language assessments, or evaluations for educational or institutional purposes.

  8. Language Consultant: Provide expertise on language-related issues, advising businesses or organizations on effective communication strategies.


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