Education, Languages and Linguistics University of Portsmouth

Overview

The research at this M.Phil. in Education, Languages and Linguistics from the University of Portsmouth  investigates how words are used in different contexts, and how language influences social phenomena and identity, looking at how language – particularly English – can drive economic and social development, and how international companies and organisations are taught multiple languages. 

The course is identifying how language is used in different ways such as to express ideas and empower the marginalised, and exploring how technology is changing the international translation industry.

Key facts

• As a postgraduate research degree student, you'll be based within the School of Education, Languages and Linguistics (SELL) – one of the largest departments of its kind in the UK. You'll develop your subject-specific skills as a researcher, make ambitious steps towards your future career, and contribute to the research community. 

• Throughout your research, you'll be under the supervision of internationally-recognised researchers. You'll also receive support from the supervisory team, the Graduate School and the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR).

• The staff are experts in applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, language education, translation, international development, African studies, American studies, European studies and East Asian studies.

Career and opportunities

• Once you complete your postgraduate research degree, you'll be a highly-skilled researcher with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in many different industries.

• Your postgraduate research qualification demonstrates to potential employers that you're an intelligent, capable and motivated person, with provable abilities and experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, communication, leadership and creativity.