Applied Linguistics Bachelor & Master in London

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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Applied Linguistics

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Current jobs

Among graduates of Applied Linguistics who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Specialisations within Applied Linguistics

  • Language Acquisition
  • Development
  • Linguistics Theory
  • Language Structure
  • Sign Language
  • Bilingualism
  • Language Teaching and Literacy
  • Theoretical Linguistics
  • Phonology

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Applied Linguistics

  • Critical thinking
  • Research
  • Analytical skills
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Problem- solving
  • Cross- cultural skills

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Applied Linguistics who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Jobs of graduates of Applied Linguistics (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Applied Linguistics at Manchester Metropolitan University

30% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
15% Caring personal services
10%
10% Protective service occupations
5% Welfare Professionals
5% Welfare and housing associate professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Elementary occupations
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Secretarial and related occupations
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Applied Linguistics, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

FAQ

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