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Alexandria , Egypt
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PhD
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Language Acquisition | Linguistics
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English
About Program
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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