(Integrated Master in Linguistics:) Integrated Master in Linguistics
English Language and Linguistics (Including Year Abroad)
Current
University of Essex
University of Essex
Language and Linguistics
Colchester Campus
Masters
Full-time
Linguistics
MLINQA16
08/05/2024
Details
Professional accreditation
None
Admission criteria
- A-levels: ABB - BBB or 128 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels.
- BTEC: DDM or 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. The acceptability of BTECs is dependent on subject studied and optional units taken - email ugquery@essex.ac.uk for advice.
- Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 128 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent. Tariff point offers may be made if you are taking a qualification, or mixture of qualifications, from the list on our undergraduate application information page.
- IB: 32 - 30 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655-555.
- IB Career-related Programme: We consider combinations of IB Diploma Programme courses with BTECs or other qualifications. Advice on acceptability can be provided, email Undergraduate Admissions.
- QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 15 level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided, email Undergraduate Admissions.
- T-levels: We consider T-levels on a case-by-case basis, depending on subject studied. The offer for most courses is Distinction overall. Depending on the course applied for there may be additional requirements, which may include a specific grade in the Core.
Contextual Offers:
We are committed to ensuring that all students with the merit and potential to benefit from an Essex education are supported to do so. For October 2024 entry, if you are a home fee paying student residing in the UK you may be eligible for a Contextual Offer of up to two A-level grades, or equivalent, below our standard conditional offer.
Factors we consider:
- Applicants from underrepresented groups
- Applicants progressing from University of Essex Schools Membership schools/colleges
- Applicants who attend a compulsory admissions interview
- Applicants who attend an Offer Holder Day at our Colchester or Southend campus
Our contextual offers policy outlines additional circumstances and eligibility criteria.
For further information about what a contextual offer may look like for your specific qualification profile, email ugquery@essex.ac.uk.
If you haven't got the grades you hoped for, have a non-traditional academic background, are a mature student, or have any questions about eligibility for your course, more information can be found on our undergraduate application information page. or get in touch with our Undergraduate Admissions Team.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) code
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall, or specified score in another equivalent test that we accept.
Details of English language requirements, including component scores, and the tests we accept for applicants who require a Student visa (excluding Nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries) can be found here
If we accept the English component of an international qualification it will be included in the academic levels listed above for the relevant countries.
English language shelf-life
Most English language qualifications have a validity period of 5 years. The validity period of Pearson Test of English, TOEFL and CBSE or CISCE English is 2 years.
If you require a Student visa to study in the UK please see our immigration webpages for the latest Home Office guidance on English language qualifications.
Pre-sessional English courses
If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.
Pending English language qualifications
You don’t need to achieve the required level before making your application, but it will be one of the conditions of your offer.
If you cannot find the qualification that you have achieved or are pending, then please email ugquery@essex.ac.uk
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Requirements for second and final year entry
Different requirements apply for second and final year entry, and specified component grades are also required for applicants who require a visa to study in the UK. Details of English language requirements, including UK Visas and Immigration minimum component scores, and the tests we accept for applicants who require a Student visa (excluding Nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries) can be found here
Additional Notes
If you’re an international student, but do not meet the English language or academic requirements for direct admission to this degree, you could prepare and gain entry through a pathway course. Find out more about opportunities available to you at the University of Essex International College
Course qualifiers
A course qualifier is a bracketed addition to your course title to denote a specialisation or pathway that you have achieved via the completion of specific modules during your course. The
specific module requirements for each qualifier title are noted below. Eligibility for any selected qualifier will be determined by the department and confirmed by the final year Board of
Examiners. If the required modules are not successfully completed, your course title will remain as described above without any bracketed addition. Selection of a course qualifier is
optional and student can register preferences or opt-out via Online Module Enrolment (eNROL).
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Rules of assessment
Rules of assessment are the rules, principles and frameworks which the University uses to calculate your course progression and final results.
Additional notes
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External examiners
External Examiners provide an independent overview of our courses, offering their expertise and help towards our continual improvement of course content, teaching, learning, and assessment.
External Examiners are normally academics from other higher education institutions, but may be from the industry, business or the profession as appropriate for the course.
They comment on how well courses align with national standards, and on how well the teaching, learning and assessment methods allow students to develop and demonstrate the relevant knowledge and skills needed to achieve their awards.
External Examiners who are responsible for awards are key members of Boards of Examiners. These boards make decisions about student progression within their course and about whether students can receive their final award.
Programme aims
Introduce students to contemporary linguistic approaches to the study of language.
1. Offer a varied and flexible curriculum which allows students to choose their own areas of specialisation within Linguistics.
2. Develop students' knowledge and understanding of key concepts, issues, ideas, theories, styles of argumentation, evaluation criteria and research methods used in contemporary work in the chosen areas of specialisation, and of associated theoretical, descriptive and methodological issues.
3. Equip students with a wide range of transferable cognitive, practical and key skills, and a foundation for further study, employment and lifelong learning.
Learning outcomes and learning, teaching and assessment methods
On successful completion of the programme a graduate should demonstrate knowledge and skills as follows:
A: Knowledge and understanding
A101: Systematic understanding and knowledge of approaches to the study of language adopted in contemporary work in Linguistics
A102: Develop an advanced understanding of and familiarity with a selection of work with the chosen areas of specialisation in Linguistics
A103: In-depth knowledge of key concepts, issues, ideas, theories, used in comp work of Linguistics.
A104: An advanced understanding of work processes and work ethics.
A105: Advanced training in methods and tools employed in contemporary linguistics.
A106: Aspects of the culture and society of one or more countries which use the chosen modern language.
Learning methods
A range of teaching and learning methods will be employed to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding. Lectures, seminars and tutorials are a key method of delivery of A101-A106. These sessions will comprise a blend of lecturer-led delivery, student-led presentations, and discussions of research articles and case-studies. Across all modules, a range of online resources will be provided via the virtual learning environment and students will be supported to undertake independent study tasks and engage in peer learning.
Assessment methods
A range of methods will be utilised to assess students’ knowledge and understanding, including Moodle Quizzes with open and multiple-choice questions, essays, unseen written exams, research proposals, literature reviews and project reports.
B: Intellectual and cognitive skills
B101: Abstract and synthesise information from a range of sources
B102: Make systematic observations and insightful generalisation about data or behavour, and analyse relevant material.
B103: Critically evaluate contrasting theories
B104: Develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
B105: Interact in the chosen language, expressing one's own ideas.
Learning methods
A range of teaching and learning methods will be employed to enhance students’ intellectual and cognitive skills. Lectures, seminars and tutorials are important methods of delivery of B101-B105.
Assessment methods
A range of methods will be utilised to assess students’ knowledge and understanding, including Moodle Quizzes with open and multiple-choice questions, essays, unseen written exams, research proposals, literature reviews and project reports.
C: Practical skills
C101: Gather and process information from a variety of sources.
C102: Plan, undertake and present an independent piece of work.
C103: Utilise specialised techniques for the collection, analysis, presentation of data.
C104: Utilise advanced techniques and tools relevant to the collection, analysis or presentation of linguistic data, with a minimum of guidance
Learning methods
A range of teaching and learning methods will be employed to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding. Lectures, seminars and tutorials are a key method of delivery of C101-C104. These sessions will comprise a blend of lecturer-led delivery, student-led presentations, and discussions of research articles and case-studies. Across all modules, a range of online resources will be provided via the virtual learning environment and students will be supported to undertake independent study tasks and engage in peer learning.
Assessment methods
A range of methods will be utilised to assess students’ knowledge and understanding, including Moodle Quizzes with open and multiple-choice questions, essays, unseen written exams, research proposals, literature reviews and project reports.
D: Key skills
D101: Communicate ideas, information and arguments.
D102: Use appropriate and advanced computational tools and software.
D103: Analysing complex data-sets or behaviour, abstracting insightful generalisations and testing abstract hypotheses
D104: Under guidance, working independently, demonstrating self-organisation and time-management.
D105: Capacity to evaluate and reflect on different modes of delivery.
D106: The development of problem-solving skills in a work environment situation.
D107: The capacity to produce written work of a high standard.
D108: The capacity to work in a team within a work environment.
Learning methods
A range of teaching and learning methods will be employed to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding. Lectures, seminars and tutorials are a key method of delivery of D101-D108. These sessions will comprise a blend of lecturer-led delivery, student-led presentations, and discussions of research articles and case-studies. Across all modules, a range of online resources will be provided via the virtual learning environment and students will be supported to undertake independent study tasks and engage in peer learning.
Assessment methods
A range of methods will be utilised to assess students’ knowledge and understanding, including Moodle Quizzes with open and multiple-choice questions, essays, unseen written exams, research proposals, literature reviews and project reports.