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PhD
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Language Acquisition | Linguistics
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English
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Program Overview


The PhD in Applied Linguistics from College of Language and Communication (CLC-Alexandria) in collaboration with Alexandria University prepares candidates to critically analyze linguistic theories, apply theoretical frameworks to societal language issues, and develop original research contributions. With a focus on areas like contrastive linguistics and discourse analysis, the program equips professionals with expertise in language-related problem-solving and original research contributions to the field of linguistics.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:

  • Program Name: PhD in Applied Linguistics
  • Offered By: College of Language and Communication (CLC-Alexandria) in collaboration with Alexandria University
  • Duration: 6 semesters
  • Total Credit Hours: 42 (18 credit hours for courses + 24 credit hours for dissertation)
  • Classes Conduction: Weekends (Fridays – Saturdays)
  • Learning Outcomes:
  • Critical and Creative Linguistic Theory Application:
  • Candidates will be able to describe and use linguistic theories critically and creatively, mastering theoretical and methodological tools for original linguistic analysis.
  • Theoretical Framework Application: Candidates will apply various critical and comparative theoretical frameworks to explain, examine, and understand societal issues related to language study, demonstrating the impact of scientific research on societal issues.
  • Independent and Critical Thinking: Candidates will develop independent and critical thinking skills, enabling them to judge and analyze language-related problems scientifically and design original studies involving argumentation, experimental methods, fieldwork, and/or theoretical analysis.
  • Original Research Contribution: Candidates will design research projects and write a thesis that makes an original contribution to the field of linguistics, based on original hypotheses, conjectures, reasonings, and research questions.

Outline:

  • Program Content: The program focuses on investigating language-related problems and issues in the everyday world.
  • It allows candidates to develop expertise in specific areas of linguistics, such as contrastive linguistics, stylistics, discourse analysis, and psycholinguistics.
  • Structure: The program combines core modules and elective modules to ensure students develop a solid foundation in the discipline area while having the flexibility to pursue their own specific research interests.
  • Course Schedule:
  • Term 1:
  • Code:
  • 0117701
  • Title:
  • Applied Linguistics II
  • Type:
  • Core
  • Term 1:
  • Code:
  • 0117705
  • Title:
  • Stylistics
  • Type:
  • Elective
  • Term 2:
  • Code:
  • 0117702
  • Title:
  • Semantics II
  • Type:
  • Core
  • Term 2:
  • Code:
  • 0117704
  • Title:
  • Contrastive Linguistics
  • Type:
  • Elective
  • Type:
  • Elective
  • Term 3:
  • Code:
  • 0117777
  • Title:
  • Dissertation I
  • Type:
  • Core
  • Term 4:
  • Code:
  • 0117771
  • Title:
  • Dissertation II
  • Type:
  • Core
  • Term 5:
  • Code:
  • 0117772
  • Title:
  • Dissertation III
  • Type:
  • Core
  • Term 6:
  • Code:
  • 0117773

Careers:

  • Potential Career Paths: The program is ideal for language professionals or those intending to become language professionals in a range of possible careers.

Other:

  • Accreditation: Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities (SCU)
  • Brief: The PhD in Applied Linguistics is offered to those interested in investigating language-related problems and issues in the everyday world.
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

  • Potential Candidates: MA holders in Applied Linguistics, Education (English Department) or other equivalent certificates as accredited by the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

  • IELTS
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