Bangor University - Postgraduate Studies

Language Acquisition and Development (MSc)

Bangor University - Postgraduate Studies

Degree:Master
Field of Study:Applied Linguistics
Course Based:Yes
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $38,038

Cost is an approximation converted from British Pounds.

Description:

Bangor University’s MSc in Language Acquisition and Development will develop your understanding of how language is acquired in childhood and how it changes as we age. You will gain the theoretical and practical skills to examine language development in children and adults, including in multilingual people and those with acquired and developmental conditions, such as dementia or Down syndrome. The course includes case studies from a range of languages and welcomes students from the UK and across the world.

The programme will make you highly employable in a range of sectors in the UK and internationally, including: education, health and social care, community and charity work, academia.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    A 2.ii undergraduate degree or equivalent in linguistics or a related area (e.g. Modern Languages, Translation, Psychology, English Language/Literature, English Education/English Language education).


    Applicants with equivalent qualifications or experience and applications from working professionals with non-graduate qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact us for more information.

    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
    Application Notes : Applicants from Canada need NOT provide additional evidence of English Language ability, if previous education was with English medium of instruction. Otherwise, an IELTS overall 6.0 with 5.5 in each component or equivalent is normally required.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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