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Language Acquisition and Development MSc

Bangor University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Bangor Universitys MSc in Language Acquisition and Development will develop your understanding of how language is acquired in childhood and how it changes as we age. You will gain the theoretical and practical skills to examine language development in children and adults, including in multilingual people and those with acquired and developmental conditions, such as dementia or Down syndrome. The course includes case studies from a range of languages and welcomes students from the UK and across the world.

The programme will make you highly employable in a range of sectors in the UK and internationally, including: education, health and social care, community and charity work, academia.

You will have access to state-of-the-art learning facilities and the opportunity to contribute to cutting edge research, for example by joining Bangors Child Bilingualism Lab, whose research has made a positive difference to many peoples lives. Examples of recent research include:

The first study of bilingualism in individuals with Down syndrome in the UK

The first study of bilingualism in individuals with a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism in the world

In addition to our strong research culture, smaller class sizes and a strong community mean that you can receive greater support. You build up close working relationships with leading experts in the field in order to develop your own innovative research.

Careers

Taking the MSc Language Acquisition and development will prepare you for numerous career paths.

Your new skills will be invaluable in careers including:

Teaching (primary school, secondary school, further, higher and adult education)

Health and care sectors

Community work (e.g. related to language engagement)

The charity sector

Media

Civil service

After the completion of a degree in MSc Language Acquisition and Development, you will also have honed the abilities needed to undertake further research, either in the public/private sector, or through pursuing a PhD in Linguistics, Education, Psychology, or a related subject.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 19,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Bangor University

Bangor University

Bangor University

  • University League Table

    68th

  • Campus address

    Bangor University, Bangor (Wales), LL57 2DG, Wales

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With more than 10,000 students from across the world, Bangor University offers a diverse and friendly environment.
Bangor University offers postgraduate scholarships, studentships, and bursaries for international students.
The uni's International Student Support Office offers free guidance on any concerns, from student life to visas, family to accommodation, or general wellbeing.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Linguistics

    23rd out of 29 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    n/a

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    56.0 56%

    23rd

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.39 85%

    2nd

    22

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