MS Applied Linguistics

MS/M.Phil. degree programme in Applied Linguistics is a 2-Year Degree Programme that covers core areas of language teaching, formal and applied linguistics. This programme offers candidates the opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of a range of issues concerning language, the way it functions in society and relates to real-world issues.

The broad field of subjects includes the core course modules such as introduction to linguistics, phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, semantics and pragmatics and various ELT related topics. The complex workings of language and its practice, playing a central role in society and in different social settings will be explored in subjects like sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics. The most prominent themes and the central topics within the field of MS/M.Phil. in Applied Linguistics are those surrounding second and foreign language education.

Outline

Area Cr. Hrs.
a)Core Courses 06
b)Elective18
c)Thesis/Project/Additional Courses 06
Total30

Road Map

(a) Core Courses

Course Title Code Cr. Hrs.
Research Methodology in LinguisticsLIN 7403
Linguistic TheoriesLIN 7413

(b) Elective Courses

Course Title Code Cr. Hrs.
PhoneticsLIN71103
Theoretical PhonologyLIN71203
Morphology & its Theoretical FoundationsLIN71303
Applied Grammar and SyntaxLIN71403
Issues in SyntaxLIN71503
Advanced SemanticsLIN71603
SociolinguisticsLIN72103
MultilingualismLIN72203
Cross-Cultural CommunicationLIN72303
Linguistic Human RightsLIN72403
Anthropological LinguisticsLIN72503
Applied LinguisticsLIN73103
Contemporary Issues in Applied LinguisticsLIN73203
Language and TechnologyLIN73303
Teaching and Learning English in Large LIN73403
Language Program ManagementLIN73503
World EnglishesLIN73603
Latest Trends in LinguisticsLIN73703
Discourse StudiesLIN74103
Systemic Functional LinguisticsLIN74203
Language Power and IdentityLIN74303
Critical Discourse AnalysisLIN74403
Psycho-neurolinguisticsLIN75103
NeurolinguisticsLIN75203
Cognitive LinguisticsLIN75303
Genre AnalysisLIN76103
NarratologyLIN76203
Translation StudiesLIN76303
Advanced StylisticsLIN76403

c) Research Thesis

Course Title Code Cr. Hrs.
Research ThesisLIN 7916
Thesis ContinuationLIN 7921

Admission Criteria

A minimum of 16 years of education leading to MA English, BS English (Honors),BA (Honors) with a major in English or equivalent
Minimum 2.00/4.00 CGPA or 50% marks from an annual system
All applicants are required to pass the UCP Admission Test with a 50% score or the GRE/HAT General/equivalent test with a passing score of 50% followed by an interview by the Graduate Admission Committee

Prospects

The programme primarily aims at producing effective English language teaching professionals, language planners, syllabus designer and linguistic researchers who will be able to contribute in different practical fields of linguistics. To achieve the said goal, the programme will offer a broad range of cautiously selected courses. These courses will provide the students with requisite and fundamental knowledge of theoretical underpinnings in the field of Applied Linguistics. Similarly, the candidates will be trained both in theory and practice by applying the theoretical knowledge gained in practical and meaning-oriented field research. It also aims at providing crucial preparation for writing the dissertation and making substantial contributions to work in students’ chosen field(s). The programme ultimately envisions producing well-trained and productive scholars, sympathetic and intelligent critics, and effective and imaginative teachers and professionals.

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