Course Summary
The MA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics gives students a solid grounding in current research, approaches, methods and theories in core areas of linguistics (Sociolinguistics, Syntax, Corpus Linguistics, Phonetics) and encourages their effective application to language-based phenomena in a range of areas such as language technology, translation, language learning and teaching, the psychology of language, language planning and development, and to Law.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
-No prior knowledge of Linguistics is required for admission to the MA programme. The MA is an ab initio degree, applicants who have already completed a BA in Linguistics are not eliglbe to apply.
-Competence in a language other than English is not required but useful.
-Applicants must have a BA or equivalent, having normally reached a 2H1 or better. Applications with a 2H2 average are considered on a case-by-case basis.
-All students must normally supply references from two academic referees who are able to provide details about the applicant’s academic abilities and motivations. Work references are accepted on a case-by-case basis.
-Students whose first language is not English and who did not complete their prior education through English (or Irish) must take an IELTS test to provide proof of their English language skills. Students are expected to reach a minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6.5 (particularly in writing and speaking).
-Students who fall a bit short (0.5 in one band) of the required scores may consider attending a a 10 week and 7 week course in the Applied Language Center prior to the start of the MA programme.[2]
[1] The School may decide to waive the requirement for an IELTS or equivalent test score (normally 6.5 in all four skills) if the candidate provides evidence of having completed one of their university degrees (BA, BSc, MA) through English or at an English-speaking university. Please submit evidence to support your claim that you have completed your entire degree through English along with all the other documents. The School will assess the evidence and let you know.
[2] Students joining the 10 week programme are required to have an IELTS of 5.5 with no component below 5.0 (or equivalent). Students joining the 7 week programme are required to have an IELTS of 6.0 with no component below 5.5.
Documents to be submitted:
Cover Letter
CV
Two academic references
Transcript (English translation) showing final grade
IELTS test results (for non- native speakers)
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.
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Application Details
The following entry routes are available:
MA Linguistics & Applied Linguistics FT (Z360)
Duration 1 Years
Attend Full Time
Deadline Rolling*
MA Linguistics & Applied Linguistics PT (Z361)
Duration 2 Years
Attend Part Time
Deadline Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
*Please note that the part-time option is not available for non-EU students on a student visa.
Next Intake: 2024/20245September.
Fees
MA Linguistics & Applied Linguistics (Z360) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 9100
nonEU fee per year - € 22600
MA Linguistics & Applied Linguistics (Z361) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 4550
nonEU fee per year - € 11300
***Fees are subject to change
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
Career Progression
Linguistics interfaces with a range of areas. It can lead to careers in:
Data management
Data mining
Language industries (e.g. localisation, language teaching, language technology, speech processing)
computer science (natural language processing, artificial intelligence)
cognitive science
education
speech and language therapy
publishing and media
Students can avail of the option to complete their internship abroad (subject to approval).
Duration
(Z361): 2 years Part-Time.
Delivery: On Campus