3-Term Pathway - Pre-Master's in Social Sciences and Law - Continue to Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics and TESOL

This program will prepare students for entry to a postgraduate degree in a wide range of subjects at Lancaster University, including law, design and a world top 10 linguistics program (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023).

This course is for students who (1)want to advance their knowledge about both practical applications of linguistics and theoretical aspects, or (2) they want to learn more about language learning and teaching. With expert insights into the world of linguistics and second language teaching, students will learn how theories about language can be applied in specialised contexts, such as education, business, media and communication.

Diverse Expertise

As one of the largest linguistic departments in the country, Lancaster designed this course to reflect the diversity of their world-leading research and expertise. Their teaching is informed by recent research, so students will always be up to speed with the latest developments in the fields of linguistics and language teaching.

Students will shape their studies with a range of optional modules covering curriculum design, language testing, teaching language online, sociolinguistics, pragmatics, and more. They’ll also complete a dissertation that showcases their extensive knowledge and is tailored to their own interests.

Supporting Students Studies

If students are returning to education or they’re not familiar with academic conventions used in UK, Lancaster will provide the support needed via the Postgraduate Academic Study Skills module. Students will helped to polish their academic reading, writing and presentation skills, sharpen their critical thinking skills and help them to work more effectively.

Outside the lecture theatre, students are encouraged to join the diverse departmental research centres, vibrant student and university societies to share ideas, socialise and make friends.

Students may have the opportunity to visit one of the partner universities or attend an international summer school, where students can experience the local culture, enhance their academic knowledge, develop social and communicative skills, and potentially work on their dissertation.