Overview

Ph.D. students may focus on a range of topics. Research, for example, may be related to issues in second language writing, reading, listening or speaking; analysis of academic language; assessment; teacher cognition; classroom dynamics; sociolinguistics; or the role of culture in second language acquisition.

Outcomes

The doctoral program in Applied Linguistics at Georgia State University anticipates the student will demonstrate mastery of a large and complex body of knowledge and a high degree of proficiency in the techniques of teaching and research.

This proficiency is evidenced by the successful completion of coursework and examinations, effective performance in classroom instruction, participation in conducting research and writing articles, and the writing of a dissertation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods
Language Analysis and Use
Language Learning and Teaching
Quantitative Research Methods
Qualitative Research Methods
Linguistic Analysis (phonetics-phonology)
Linguistic Analysis (morphology-syntax-semantics)
Current Issues in Adult Second Language Acquisition
Current Issues in the Preparation of Second Language Teachers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

51 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Linguistics View 70 other PhDs in Linguistics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Requirements for admission include:

Master’s degree in applied linguistics or a related field
Teaching experience in a second or foreign language
A GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale at the master’s level, with the strength of the M.A. program taken into consideration.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

Completed graduate program application form
Two copies of official transcripts from all colleges attended
If applicable, official scores on the TOEFL or IELTS
Three letters from academic references
Sample of academic writing (published or unpublished)
Statement of professional and academic goals
Current C.V.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31726 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

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