Applied Linguistics (Distance Learning) PG Cert

University of Birmingham
Postgraduate PgCert Distance learning (part-time) 18 Months English language

About this course

Advance your understanding in the study of language and take English teaching to the next level. Our flexible distance learning PGCert fits around your life so you can learn while working anywhere in the world.

This course is for you if you’re interested in studying for a shorter period of time compared to the full Masters in Applied Linguistics by Distance Learning. You'll discover how to apply language research to a variety of careers, including English language teaching, so you're ready to advance your career as a language professional.

Course highlights

Study anywhere in the world with a global Top 30 department for Linguistics (QS World University Rankings 2024).

You can study at your own pace and in your own time on this flexible distance learning course. We've designed it to fit around your work and other commitments. You'll self-study over 18 months using interactive course materials created by our experts in linguistics.

  • Successfully completing the PGCert enables you to progress onto the MA Applied Linguistics

  • Study online and develop your career without leaving your job

  • Access electronic resources through our library e-resources to support you studying online

  • Choose a start date that suits you with multiple entry points during the academic year.

  • 18 month course covering 3 modules fits flexibly around your work

  • You can meet other students and academics in person at one of our summer schools. We hold summer schools in Birmingham and Japan which include extracurricular seminars on linguistics.

    • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters
    2491 Newspaper, periodical and broadcast editors

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
    Study Mode
    Distance learning (part-time)
    Duration
    18 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    English language

    Offered by

    University of Birmingham

    Birmingham

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