Applied Linguistics and TESOL

University of Sussex
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year

About this course

About the course At Sussex, we view Applied Linguistics as the practical application of linguistic knowledge. This includes topics from language acquisition to forensic linguistics and intercultural communication.

English is a world language, used for global communication ranging from education to advertising and public relations. Exploring the teaching of English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), you’ll gain knowledge about the social functions and contexts of language use, and how research is applied to practice.

You’ll be taught by experts in Linguistics and language teaching. You’ll find out how languages are structured, used and learned, and gain cultural awareness skills.

This course is for you if you’re:

  • a graduate in Linguistics, English Language, or Modern Foreign Languages and want to build on your undergraduate degree

  • a graduate from any discipline or an English Language Teaching (ELT) professional and plan to advance your career with a Masters-level qualification.

    TEFL qualification If you have appropriate previous teaching qualifications and experience, and successfully complete the Advanced Practical Teaching option, you’ll be deemed TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) qualified, as defined by the British Council Accreditation Scheme.

    About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

    Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Brighton

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Brighton

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MA
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Postgraduate