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English Language and Linguistics MA

University of Chester

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Parkgate Road Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Join our expert English Language team and research the extraordinary range of varieties and functions of this global language.

Course overview

Advanced knowledge of grammar and phonology coupled with practical application and exploration of English in context - e.g., language and identity, discourse analysis, English in education - forms the core of our MA course. You will be given expert supervision and guidance in completing your own research-based thesis on a specialist topic of your choosing.

Why study this course with us?

Our cutting-edge MA course is delivered by a dynamic team of linguists, each with their own research specialisms. Our range of expertise includes corpus linguistics (computer-assisted discourse analysis), phonetics and phonology (useful for sociolinguistic research), cognitive stylistics (how our minds process fictional and non-fictional texts) and critical discourse analysis (e.g., ideology in the media).

Assessment

Assessments are tailored for each module and include exercises in grammar and phonetics/phonology, discourse analysis essays, seminar papers (including presentations), discursive essays, extended data collection and analysis projects, portfolio, and an extended thesis (dissertation).

Job prospects

Student job destinations include teaching, work in the media-based industries, speech therapy, librarianship, public relations, marketing, advertising, copywriting, and proof-reading. Some students will also progress onto further research, such as pursuing a doctorate.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 14,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Chester

University of Chester

  • University League Table

    61st

  • Campus address

    University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 4BJ, England

With around 14,000 students from 100+ countries, the University of Chester provides a vibrant, diverse and safe home for international students worldwide!
While it is undoubtedly beautiful, Chester offers a welcoming community, as well as history, culture, and plenty of activities for students to get involved in.
International students can choose from over 200+ courses across all levels, all with an emphasis on practical learning to increase employability prospects.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    74th out of 97 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    123 61%

    52nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    41st

    23
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.82 76%

    79th

    61

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