Overview

The Master of Arts in English Language program is designed with both research and practical application orientations, aiming to provide students with in-depth knowledge of the English language, professional skills, and research abilities. It equips students to apply their knowledge of the English language creatively and responsibly, with high adaptability in the context of international integration and globalization.

Industry code

8220201

Degree

Master

Admission subject combination

- Group 1 (Relevant Major): Bachelor's degree in English Language.
- Group 2 (Related Majors): English Literature, English Pedagogy, Business English. Additional Knowledge: Candidates who graduate with a bachelor's degree in the related majors mentioned above must supplement their knowledge.

Training time

1,5 years

Master of Arts in English Language

Excellent features of the training program

Comprehensive and In-depth Curriculum

The Master's Program in English Language provides a solid foundation in linguistics, English culture, and related fields, helping students develop skills in analysis, research, and the application of language in real-world situations.

Development of Advanced Language Skills

The program focuses on improving advanced English language skills, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translation. Students will learn language research methods, grammar, semantics, and phonetics analysis.

Training in Teaching and Translation

The program offers in-depth knowledge and skills in teaching English, from traditional methods to modern approaches. In addition, students will be equipped with translation and interpretation skills for work in international settings.

Application of Technology and Linguistic Research

Students will learn how to apply technology in linguistic research, including tools for data analysis, syntactic and semantic analysis using software, and studying contemporary linguistic trends such as semantics, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics.

Ability to Work in International Environments

The program helps students develop the ability to work in multicultural and international environments, with the necessary skills for effective communication and collaboration in multinational organizations, research agencies, or teaching English at universities.

Independent Research and Career Development

Students will be encouraged to develop independent research skills through essays, scientific research, and real-world projects. The program also supports students in building essential career skills, from critical thinking to time management and organizational skills.

Scholarship Opportunities and International Exchange

The program offers numerous scholarship opportunities and academic exchange programs with international partners, giving students the chance to network, learn, and expand their relationships in the field of English language and culture. The Master's Program in English Language not only provides in-depth knowledge but also helps students develop the professional skills required to meet the demands in teaching, research, translation, and working at international organizations.

Teaching, Learning & Assessment Methods

Interactive and innovative learning activities are designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, open-mindedness, and the development of lifelong learning skills in an effective and proactive way, helping students achieve the learning outcomes of the program Using active teaching methods in the training process, encouraging and creating opportunities for learners to actively and creatively engage, thereby enhancing their ability to analyze, develop, and solve problems.

Program structure

Year 1
Year 2

Semester 1

Compulsory Courses

CB80101 Philosophy (4 credits)

TQ80001 Second Foreign Language (5 credits)

TA80002 Research Writing (3 credits)

TA80003 Second Language Acquisition (3 credits)

TA80004 Applied Linguistics (3 credits)

Semester 2

Compulsory Courses

TA80001 Research Methods (3 credits)

TA80005 Discourse Analysis (3 credits)

Elective Courses (Choose 3 out of 6)

TA81001 Semantics (3 credits)

TA81002 Pragmatics (3 credits)

TA81003 Structuralism in Linguistics (3 credits)

TA81006 Theory and Practice of Language Teaching (3 credits)

TA81007 Intercultural Communication Studies (3 credits)

TA81012 English for Specific Purposes (3 credits)

Semester 3

Compulsory Course (Choose 1 of 2 orientations)

TA80006 Cognitive Linguistics (3 credits)

TA80007 Contrastive Linguistics (3 credits)

Elective Courses (Choose 2 out of 6)

TA81008 Language Assessment (3 credits)

TA81009 Syllabus Design and Material Development (3 credits)

TA81010 Computational Linguistics (3 credits)

TA81004 English Stylistics (3 credits)

TA81005 System Functional Grammar (3 credits)

TA81011 Theory of Translation (3 credits)

Semester 4

Elective Course (Choose 1 of 2 orientations)

Research Orientation

TA80008 Seminar on Scientific Research (3 credits)

TA80009 Thesis (12 credits)

Applied Orientation

TA80010 Graduation Practicing (6 credits)

TA80011 Graduation Seminar (9 credits)

Career opportunities

Graduates with a Master's degree in English Language can take on positions such as:

Research officers in the fields of linguistics and applied linguistics; research associates at governmental and non-governmental institutions.
English translators and interpreters for foreign-invested companies, joint ventures in commerce, translation companies, and certified translation services.
English teachers at high schools, lecturers at language academies, universities, and colleges specializing in foreign languages.
Managers or senior experts in foreign languages, especially English, for educational organizations and administrative units.