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Applied Multilingualism

Explore how individuals and communities acquire, use, and navigate multiple languages in diverse social contexts.

Best for:Best for graduates and professionals seeking advanced study in language acquisition, multilingual communities, and sociolinguistics.

University of Galway · Ireland · R1 · First-stage researcher
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MultilingualismLanguage AcquisitionSociolinguisticsBilingualismLanguage Policy
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
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1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)
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Overview

The Master's in Applied Multilingualism at the University of Galway examines the cognitive, social, and cultural dimensions of multilingualism across the lifespan. Students investigate how social environments facilitate or impede multilingual practices from both individual and community perspectives. The curriculum spans theoretical foundations and practical applications of language use in contemporary societies. Candidates engage in structured coursework leading to a comprehensive understanding of multilingual dynamics.

Applied MultilingualismMaster's DegreeLanguage StudiesSociolinguisticsUniversity of GalwayNFQ Level 9

What you'll do

  • Complete 90 ECTS credits of coursework for the full-time master's programme or pro-rata requirements for part-time study
  • Analyze how individuals and communities acquire and utilize multiple languages from early childhood onward
  • Examine the social factors that support or hinder multilingual communication environments
  • Investigate the interaction between individual multilingual practices and community-level language dynamics

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Degree offered: Master's (MSc)

Language: English

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Foundational background in language studies, linguistics, or related disciplines
  • Academic writing and critical analysis skills
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Prior coursework or experience in sociolinguistics or language acquisitionProficiency in more than one language

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Submit your application through the University of Galway online application portal by following the provided course link. Ensure all required academic transcripts and supporting documentation are uploaded according to university guidelines.

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