Program Overview

Language and Cultural Diversity MA

Key information

Study mode: Full time, Part time Duration: One year full-time, September to September or two years part-time Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent): UK 180-195 / ECTS 90-97.5 Application status: Open Start date: September 2025

Course essentials

This course examines the complex relationship between language and cultural diversity, and will equip you with:

• An understanding of language use in urban multi-cultural contexts in a globalised world, and of how personal and socio-cultural identities such as gender, age and ethnicity are shaped, both institutionally and at a local level of everyday social interaction
• An ability to critically analyse and evaluate issues of cultural diversity and intercultural communication
• Research skills and knowledge relevant to further study in empirical and applied linguistics

Base campus

Waterloo Campus

Regulating bodies

King's is regulated by the Office for Students

Entry requirements

UK applicants

• Standard requirements: A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
• Programme-Specific Requirements:
  • Either: 2:1 Bachelor's in linguistics, applied linguistics, English language, a modern language, or other similar and relevant degree
  • Or: Master's degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, English language, a modern language, or other similar and relevant degree
• In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme

International applicants

• Equivalent International qualifications: Select a country to view equivalent qualifications
• English language requirements: English language band B
• To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment

Selection process

• Applications must be made online using King’s Apply, the Admissions Portal
• A non-refundable application fee of £130 applies
• Due to the large volume of applications, this programme operates a partial “gathered-field” approach to decision making for applicants who meet our advertised academic entry requirements

Personal statement and supporting information

• Personal Statement: Yes, a personal statement is required
• Previous Academic Study: Yes, a copy of your official academic transcript(s) is required
• References: Yes, one academic reference is required
• Other: Optional, applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application

Teaching methods - what to expect

• We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start
• Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology
• We teach our modules through lectures, teacher-led class discussions and student-led group discussions

Location

• This course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Waterloo Campus
• Our superb location in the heart of London allows you access to important social, cultural and textual resources

Assessment

• Essays
• Examinations
• Oral Presentations
• Written Dissertation

Structure

Required modules

• Researching Linguistic Diversity (30 credits)
• Language, Identity & Culture (15 credits)
• Dissertation (60 Credits)

Optional modules

• Language & Power (30 credits)
• Language, Culture & Society (15 credits)
• Language, Discourse & Social Media (15 credits)
• Linguistic Politeness (15 credits)
• Multilingualism, Migration & Diversity (15 credits)
• Global Childhoods (30 credits)
• English for Academic Purposes (15 credits)
• Language Assessment (15 credits)
• Materials Development in English Language Teaching (15 credits)
• Psychology & Learning (30 credits)
• Teacher Education (15 credits)
• Teaching and learning Pragmatics (15 credits)
• Cultural Diversity in Language Teaching (15 credits)

Employability

• Our graduates use the skills which they develop with us to pursue careers in doctoral research, journalism, publishing, international relations and language-related professions such as teaching, translation and interpreting

Tuition Fees

UK:

• Full time: £13,500 per year (2025/26)
• Part time: £6,750 per year (2025/26)

International:

• Full time: £30,000 per year (2025/26)
• Part time: £15,000 per year (2025/26)

Deposit

• If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place
• The Home deposit is £500
• The International deposit is £2000

Additional Costs

• Books if you choose to buy your own copies
• Library fees and fines
• Personal photocopies
• Printing course handouts
• Society membership fees
• Stationery
• Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
• Graduation costs

Funding

• To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section

Application closing date guidance

• We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed
• The final application deadlines for this programme are:
  • Overseas (international) fee status: 25 July 2025 (23:59 UK time)
  • Home fee status: 25 August 2025 (23:59 UK time)