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Graduate Certificate in Second Language Studies at University of Kansas

University of Kansas, United States

Programme overview

A graduate certificate that adds a concentration in applied linguistics, builds training in research-based language pedagogy and strengthens professional preparation. Learning outcomes include proposing a study of instructed second language acquisition and ethical research procedures.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences  |  Department: Slavic, German and Eurasian Studies  |  Duration: 12 credit hours (four 3-credit courses)  |  Location: Lawrence, KS, United States

What you will study

LING 715 Second Language Acquisition I, LA&S 720 Introduction to Language Teaching Research, a graduate linguistics or approved related course, and one Second Language Studies elective.

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Entry requirements

Admission to Graduate Studies Admission Requirements All applicants must meet the requirements outlined in the Admission to Graduate Study policy. Bachelor’s degree: A copy of official transcripts showing proof of a bachelor's degree (and any post-bachelor’s coursework or degrees) from a regionally accredited institution, or a foreign university with equivalent bachelor's degree requirements is required. English proficiency: Proof of English proficiency for non-native or non-native-like English speakers is required. There are two bands of English proficiency, including Admission and Full proficiency. For applicants to online programs, Full proficiency is required.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms follow the KU academic calendar; the application for first-year and transfer students is submitted through the KU application portal (go2.ku.edu). The fall freshman scholarship deadline is Dec. 1, the FAFSA priority deadline is Feb. 1 and the fall transfer scholarship deadline is Aug. 1.

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