Applied Linguistics - BA (Hons)

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the applied linguistics field, covering topics such as language acquisition, language teaching and learning, language assessment, and language in society. Students will learn how to apply linguistic theories and methods to real-world problems, developing their skills in critical thinking, research design, and data analysis. The course also offers opportunities for practical experience through placements and projects, preparing students for careers in fields such as language teaching, language assessment, and language planning.

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Students on this course will have the opportunity to learn from experienced academics and practitioners in the field of applied linguistics. The course is designed to provide a solid foundation for those wishing to pursue further study or research in the area, as well as for those seeking careers in related fields such as language teaching, language assessment, and language planning.

Leading the Way in Applied Linguistics Research and Teaching

Birmingham City University is a leading institution for applied linguistics research and teaching. The university's Language Centre offers a range of language-related facilities and services, including language labs, language resource centres, and language testing and assessment services. Additionally, the university has strong links with language-related organizations and communities in Birmingham and beyond, providing students with valuable opportunities for practical experience and networking.

This can cover areas as diverse as language and the law, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, corpus linguistics, language and discourse, and empirical research methods. This course is designed for independent learners who have a strong interest in, and commitment to, linguistics and its real-world applications. You will have the chance to learn about different theories of language acquisition and use, and to apply these theories to legal situations, social situations, and educational situations. In your year here you will cover a range of ways in which theories of language can help solve real-world problems. Students in the School have gone on to be TEFL instructors, teachers at all levels, editors, and researchers in the social sciences. Your tutors are enthusiastic about their specialisms, which fosters an invaluable knowledge transfer within the program. They work on areas including corpus linguistics, forensic linguistics, applied sociolinguistics, and language, and masculinity.

Applicants would have completed 3 years of a diploma or degree program in English and have obtained 240 (or equivalent) credits.