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    MA in English (Applied English Linguistics)

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    Hong Kong, HKMAIn-person1 year
    HK$210,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    24
    Credits
    HK$500.00
    App fee

    MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong is a 24-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Hong Kong, HK. Tuition is HK$210,000.

    About the program

    Taught postgraduate programme offering courses in applied linguistics areas such as psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, second language acquisition, corpus linguistics, and language teaching. Students complete 24 units including one required theoretical linguistics course and electives, applying linguistic knowledge to real-world language use.

    Focus: coursework
    32 (QS World University Rankings)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 19, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL: 100 (internet-based)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS (Academic): 7.0 (each sub-score should be at least 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months IANG (Hong Kong) for recent graduates without job offer; job required for non-recent

    HK$12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong is HK$210,000 across 24 required credits.
    Is MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong online or in-person?
    MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong is offered in-person.
    How long does MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong take to complete?
    MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    What GPA is required for MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong?
    Per the program's published guidance: Second Class Honours or B average
    What work-permit options follow MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong?
    Post-completion work rights for MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) at Chinese University of Hong Kong: 24 months IANG (Hong Kong) for recent graduates without job offer; job required for non-recent