Master of Philosophy Applied Linguistics (Research)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

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 is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Waikato in New Zealand offers a range of scholarships specifically tailored to support international students pursuing their academic aspirations. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in overcoming financial barriers to education.

International Excellence Scholarship: This merit-based scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programs at the University of Waikato. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition fees and is renewable based on academic performance.

International Bursary: The International Bursary aims to support outstanding students by providing a financial contribution toward tuition fees for the first year of study at the university. It is available to eligible international students undertaking full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme: This prestigious scholarship program is designed for exceptional international students who demonstrate leadership potential and excel academically. Recipients receive financial assistance along with additional support for leadership development and networking opportunities.

Pacific Excellence Scholarship: Dedicated to students from Pacific countries, this scholarship recognizes academic achievement and provides financial support to cover a portion of tuition fees for selected undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Country-Specific Scholarships: The University of Waikato offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships vary in criteria and eligibility, aiming to support students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Research Scholarships: For international students pursuing research degrees (Ph.D. or Master's by Research), the university offers various scholarships to support their research endeavors. These scholarships provide financial assistance, allowing students to focus on their studies and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives at the university.

Graduates from the Master of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics (Research) program at the University of Waikato have diverse career opportunities in various sectors that value linguistic expertise.

Academic Researcher/Professor: Professionals can pursue careers as academic researchers or professors in universities, conducting linguistic research, teaching courses, and contributing to the academic community through publications and research papers.

Language Curriculum Developer: Graduates may work as curriculum developers, designing language programs, educational materials, and language assessments for educational institutions or language learning organizations.

Language Assessment Specialist: Professionals can specialize in language assessment, developing and administering language proficiency tests for institutions, government agencies, or corporations requiring language assessment services.

Language Policy Analyst: Graduates may work in governmental or non-governmental organizations, analyzing language policies, providing insights into language diversity, and contributing to language planning and policy-making initiatives.

Bilingual Education Specialist: Professionals can specialize in bilingual education, designing bilingual programs, conducting research on language learning methodologies, and providing training for educators in bilingual settings.

Linguistic Consultant/Advisor: Graduates may work as consultants or advisors, offering linguistic expertise to businesses, corporations, or governmental bodies requiring insights into language use, cultural communication, or language-related issues.

Language Technologist: Professionals can work in language technology firms or software companies, contributing to the development of language learning software, translation tools, or natural language processing applications.

Intercultural Communication Specialist: Graduates may specialize in intercultural communication, working in multinational corporations, NGOs, or governmental agencies, facilitating effective communication across diverse cultural contexts.

Language Researcher: Professionals can work in research institutions, think tanks, or language-focused organizations, conducting research on language acquisition, bilingualism, language and identity, or sociolinguistics.

Translator/Interpreter: Graduates may pursue careers as translators or interpreters, facilitating communication between speakers of different languages in various settings such as conferences, legal proceedings, or international business meetings.