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Students will be able to critically analyse secondary sources, primary empirical data and existing research methods.
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Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and the ability to systematically apply ethical standards in Human Subject research.
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Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the scientific principles, processes and approaches that underpin linguistic reasoning, analysis and research.
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Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to use electronic research tools commonly used in linguistics.
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Students will be able to design coherent studies on a wide range of language-based phenomena, systematically analyze such phenomena and coherently communicate the findings.
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Students will be able to systematically apply language-based theories, approaches and research methods to a wide range of related contexts such as language learning, language documentation, language awareness, language technology, language planning
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Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply key transferable skills – presentation, information gathering and assessment, group-work and academic writing skills.
This course is available through the following application route(s)
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.
The course provides a flexible learning environment encouraging students to identify and pursue their own research interests in relation to language through a wide range of option modules, while at the same time acquiring in-depth subject knowledge and competency in applying methods, approaches and indispensable transferable skills such as critical investigation, presentational skills and critical research skills.
About This Course
Students can avail of the option to complete their intership abrorad (subject to approval).
Linguistics interfaces with a range of areas. It can lead to careers in:
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Data management
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Data mining
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Language industries (e.g. localisation, language teaching, language technology, speech processing)
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computer science (natural language processing, artificial intelligence)
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cognitive science
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education
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speech and language therapy
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publishing and media
Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
| Trimester | Credits | |||
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Stage 1 Core Modules |
LING40370 | Research Skills 1 | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
LING40440 | Corpus Linguistics (MA) | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
LING40450 | Syntax (MA) | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
LING40360 | Research Skills 2 | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
LING40460 | Phonology (MA) | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
LING40470 | Sociolinguistics (MA) | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
EDUC50190 | Key Issues in Second Language Development | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
IS20140 | Exploring Text with Python | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
IS40730 | Quantitative Data Analysis | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING20080 | Meaning in Language | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING20120 | Second Language Teaching & Learning | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING20130 | Multilingualism | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING30190 | Translation: Methods & Skills | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING30220 | Intercultural Communication | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
EDUC50200 | Experimental designs and psycholinguistic research methods | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING30060 | First Language Acquisition | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING30200 | Research Creole Languages | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
LING30210 | World Englishes | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Options - A)10CR: Select 10 credits of option modules from the list below. |
POL42050 | Quantitative Text Analysis | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Options - B)1 of: Students must choose 1 module from the list below. |
LING40240 | MA Thesis | Summer | 30 |
Stage 1 Options - B)1 of: Students must choose 1 module from the list below. |
LING40380 | MA Internships | Summer | 30 |
Stage 1 Options - B)1 of: Students must choose 1 module from the list below. |
LING40390 | MA research papers | Summer | 30 |
Sustainability is taken into account at all levels: relationships among researchers and between researchers and those whose practices are researched and institutions, ways of accessing and engaging with communities, speakers and industries, data collection and management, research production, foci and dissemination.
- 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 eligible 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).[1]
- 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)
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No
The MA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics is open to graduates (BA or equivalent) from all disciplines who have an interest in Language. It is suitable for those with some prior knowledge of Linguistics as well as those with little or no prior knowledge of Linguistics.
How to Apply
General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to MA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics:
| ROWCLASS | Apply to |
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| showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt | Z360 MA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Master of Arts Full-Time Commencing September 2025 Graduate Taught |
| showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt | Z361 MA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Master of Arts Part-Time Commencing September 2025 Graduate Taught Not available to International applicantsApply |