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PhD Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition at Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University, United States

Programme overview

Research-intensive doctorate providing grounding in linguistics and cognitive psychology with qualitative and quantitative research training for academic and research careers in second language acquisition, use and pedagogy.

Faculty: Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: Languages, Cultures and Applied Linguistics  |  Duration: Minimum 4 semesters of coursework then dissertation  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

At least four semesters of full-time coursework (36 units per semester) including Second Language Acquisition Theories and Research, Research Methods in SLA and Language Theories, followed by a dissertation.

Career pathways

Academic and research careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typically a master's degree in a related field, though exceptional candidates with strong undergraduate preparation are considered. GRE scores within two years, official transcripts, English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) for non-native speakers. Full-time and residential.

Intake: Fall

Duration: Minimum 4 semesters of coursework then dissertation

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