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

Sr. No. Category Cr. Hrs.
1Core Courses 18
2Elective06
3Thesis/Project/Additional Courses 06
Total30

Road Map

Core Courses

Sr. No. Course Title Code Cr. Hrs.
1Research Methodology in LinguisticsEL54033
2Linguistic TheoriesEL54133

Elective Courses

Sr. No. Course Title Code Cr. Hrs.
1Contemporary Issues in Applied LinguisticsEL54233
2Applied Grammar and SyntaxEL54333
3Applied Grammar & SyntaxEL54433
4Discourse StudiesEL51033
5Language Power and IdentityEL54533
6Translation StudiesEL54633
7Latest Trends in LinguisticsEL54733
8NarratologyEL51133
9Applied LinguisticsEL54833
10Corpus LinguisticsEL64033
11Language and TechnologyEL64133
12Psycho-NeurolinguisticsEL64233
13Advanced StylisticsEL64333
14Anthropological LinguisticsEL64433
15Systemic Functional LinguisticsEL64533
16Critical Discourse AnalysisEL64633
17BilingualismEL64733
18Genre AnalysisEL64833
19Issues in SyntaxEL64933
20MultilingualismEL74033
21Teaching and Learning English in Large ClassesEL74133
22Cross-Cultural CommunicationEL54233
23Contemporary Issues in Applied LinguisticsEL74233
24Theoretical PhonologyEL74333
25PhoneticsEL74433
26Language Programme ManagementEL74533
27Contemporary Issues in Applied LinguisticsEL54233
28Morphology & its Theoretical FoundationsEL74633
29Neuro-linguisticsEL74733
30Cognitive LinguisticsEL74833
31SociolinguisticsEL74933
32World EnglishesEL84133
33Linguistics Human RightsEL84233

Research Thesis

Sr. No. Course Title Code Cr. Hrs.
1Research ThesisEL69166
2Thesis ContinuationEL69211

Admission Criteria

At least 2.00 CGPA or 50% marks in BS/MA English or equivalent.
A candidate will need to qualify UCP Admission Test and Interview for admission in MPhil/MS English Literature

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.

Fee Structure