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Masters of Arts in Applied Linguistics
36 Credit Hours
2 Years Study Duration
English Language Language
Master Study Degree
Regular Education Study Mode
Available Admission Status
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Masters of Arts in Applied Linguistics

Credit Hours 36
Study Duration 2 Years
Language English Language
Fees Free (Morning Period) - Paid (Evening Period)
Study Mode Regular Education
Study Period Morning Period - Evening Period
Study Degree Master
Admission Status Available

Overview

The Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics equips students with advanced theoretical and practical expertise in language studies. Designed for aspiring researchers, educators, and professionals, the program fosters critical analysis skills, community engagement, and innovative research in applied linguistics. Graduates emerge prepared to excel in academia, industry, and global job markets while addressing real-world language challenges.

Objectives

  1. To prepare students with in-depth knowledge of Applied Linguistics and its sub-discipline.  
  2. To enhance students' research and thinking skills in the field of applied linguistics by associating theories into practices.  
  3. To maximize students' professional capacity to efficiently serve the local community.  
  4. To equip students with cutting-edge professional skills for competitiveness in the job market.

Program Jobs

  • Teaching assistants and lecturers in universities.  
  • Teachers in private and public educational institutions.  
  • Civil servants in public and private sectors who require English language, e.g. banks, companies, media, and ministries.  
  • Forensic Linguists (helping in language-related legal matters).  
  • Language Guide/Counselor/Advisor in some firms, businesses, journalism and media, hospitals, and companies.  
  • Research assistants who can work for various national and Gulf research centers and organizations.  
  • Educational language planners and language policy makers.

Requirements

  1. The applicant must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a Saudi university or a recognized foreign university (an official equivalency certificate is required if the degree is from a non-Saudi university).
  2. Submission of the General Aptitude Test for University Graduates.
  3. Submission of a standardized English language proficiency test.
  4. Submission of two academic recommendations from professors who have previously taught the applicant.
  5. Payment of a non-refundable application fee of 150 SAR.

Scholarships

Scholarships are not currently available