MA in Applied Linguistics and ELT – London
Completing the MA Programme
To be awarded the MA, you will be required to complete six taught modules – most of which are assessed by an essay of about 4,000 words - plus a 15,000-word dissertation. See the Programme Content page for details of these modules.
You will usually be taught in seminar groups of not more than 15 students. These classes facilitate lively discussion, and the forging of close and supportive academic relationships between students.
Full-time students will usually be asked to attend three 2-hour seminars per week; currently these are timetabled at 11am-1pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
The department also encourages an open and friendly relationship relationship between students and staff. Students should feel free to discuss any academic issues with tutors, who are always happy to meet with students.
Full-time or part-time?
We encourage both modes of study, particularly where part-time study fits in with work commitments. Full-time students typically study 3 modules in each of the two semesters, then complete their dissertations over the summer. Part-time students typically take 3 modules each year, and complete their dissertations over the summer.
Awards
The following awards are possible from the programme:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics and ELT can be awarded to students passing three taught modules (60 credits)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics and ELT can be awarded to students passing six taught modules (120 credits)
- The Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics and ELT can be awarded to students passing six taught modules plus the dissertation (180 credits).
If you are unsure of being able to complete the full MA, you can apply in the first instance for the PG Certificate of PG Diploma Programmes, both of which end with a prestigious award and can be ‘upgraded’ to the full MA on successful completion of all relevant components.
