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University of Sheffield: Education: Language and Education
Institution | University of Sheffield |
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Department | Education |
Web | http://www.sheffield.ac.uk |
education-admissions@sheffield.ac.uk | |
Telephone | +44 (0)114 222 8177 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
On this MA, you'll focus critically and constructively on language acquisition and learning, on the place of language in society and on the impacts that language can have on educational provision. You'll explore key theories and debates in language acquisition and teaching and learning, in how and why languages are patterned in society and in the relationship between linguistic structures and social categories.
**Course description**
Designed for anyone interested in languages and education and the role of languages in society, this course covers a very broad field and will appeal to those working in language teaching and learning, both internationally and nationally, whether teaching English as a foreign language/second language, or teaching second or foreign languages.
It will also appeal to those fascinated by the world of linguistics and sociolinguistics.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject. We will consider your application if you have a 2:2 degree in a relevant subject and at least one year of relevant work experience. We also consider a wide range of international qualifications: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. |
Summary
On this MA, you'll focus critically and constructively on language acquisition and learning, on the place of language in society and on the impacts that language can have on educational provision. You'll explore key theories and debates in language acquisition and teaching and learning, in how and why languages are patterned in society and in the relationship between linguistic structures and social categories.
**Course description**
Designed for anyone interested in languages and education and the role of languages in society, this course covers a very broad field and will appeal to those working in language teaching and learning, both internationally and nationally, whether teaching English as a foreign language/second language, or teaching second or foreign languages.
It will also appeal to those fascinated by the world of linguistics and sociolinguistics.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject. We will consider your application if you have a 2:2 degree in a relevant subject and at least one year of relevant work experience. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. |
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