Applied Linguistics

Overview

Explore the intricate relationship between language and its practical applications in society. The Applied Linguistics program at the University of Reading prepares you for a dynamic career in language-related fields.

How applying works

Four steps, with a local SIT advisor beside you through all of them — free.

1. 1

   Apply online

   Send the free application — your advisor checks every document before it goes to the university.

2. 2

   Get your offer

   The university reviews your file and issues the acceptance letter.

3. 3

   Confirm & visa

   Accept the offer — your advisor then prepares the visa file with you.

4. 4

   Enroll & arrive

   Finalize enrollment on arrival and start classes.

Admission requirements

A relevant bachelor’s (honours) degree. Applicants are assessed on academic background relevant to the programme; entry typically expects a 2:2/2:1 (UK) or equivalent.

Language requirements

English-language proficiency is required. Where a minimum IELTS/TOEFL/PTE score is listed above, that figure is the threshold; otherwise typical requirements are around IELTS 6.0–6.5 for undergraduate and 6.5–7.0 for postgraduate study (or an accepted equivalent, or a Medium-of-Instruction waiver). Confirm the exact score with your advisor.

Proof of English proficiency — typically IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo or equivalent (see the minimum scores listed). A Medium-of-Instruction (MOI) letter may be accepted in place of a test by some institutions.

Required documents

Documents are checked by your advisor before submission.

Core curriculum