M.Phil. in Applied Linguistics
Explore contemporary language issues and second language education at Trinity College Dublin.
Best for:Best for language educators and graduates seeking advanced study in applied linguistics and second language teaching.
Overview
The M.Phil. in Applied Linguistics at Trinity College Dublin investigates key language issues in contemporary society with a primary focus on second and foreign language education. Students engage with advanced theoretical and practical frameworks related to how languages are taught, learned, and used. The programme is designed for graduates, typically with language teaching experience, seeking to deepen their expertise in linguistic theory and educational practice. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic credentials and meet rigorous English language entry standards.
What you'll do
- Attend lectures, seminars, and workshops centered on applied linguistics and language education
- Complete rigorous coursework and written assignments evaluating contemporary linguistic theories
- Conduct independent research resulting in a master's dissertation
- Engage actively in academic discussions and critical analysis of language policy and pedagogy
Requirements
Degree required: Good honours degree (upper second class or equivalent, minimum GPA 3.2)
Degree offered: M.Phil.
Language: English; must meet Band C (Higher Entry) English language requirements
Instruction: English
- Strong academic writing and critical analysis skills
- Capacity for independent research and literature synthesis
- Ability to engage constructively in seminar discussions
- Holders of an upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent (GPA 3.2+)
- Normally requires prior language teaching experience
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-06-30
Submit your application through the official Trinity College Dublin postgraduate portal. Ensure all required documentation, including academic transcripts and a personal statement, is uploaded before the closing date.
- CV
- Personal statement
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency test scores
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