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Graduate Programs

The Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics’s graduate programs prepare scholars and professionals to understand how languages are learned, used, taught and mediated across global contexts. Grounded in linguistics, cognitive science and cultural inquiry, our degrees combine rigorous research training with real-world application in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition

A research-intensive doctoral program focused on linguistic theory, cognitive science and advanced qualitative and quantitative methods, preparing students for academic and research careers.

M.A. in Applied Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition

A one-year, intensive program preparing students for careers in language education and research, with opportunities to specialize across multiple languages.

M.A. in Applied Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition — Advanced Study

A two-year program offering advanced research training, mentored teaching experience and professional development for students pursuing academic or research-focused careers.

M.A. in Global Communication & Applied Translation

A professional master’s program focused on translation, localization and global communication in multilingual and intercultural contexts.

LCAL Research Spaces & Labs

Center for Black European Studies & the Atlantic (CBESA)

CBESA is an interdisciplinary research hub dedicated to the collection, production, restoration, dissemination and promotion of scholarship on people of African descent in Europe.

The Kenner Room

Designed as a flexible and technology-enhanced learning environment, The Kenner Room brings together students, faculty and researchers to explore language, identity and culture through immersive interactive projects, innovative teaching methods and advanced digital technologies.

Language Acquisition, Processing and Pedagogy (LAPP) Lab

The LAPP Lab advances research on language acquisition and processing by bridging linguistics, psychology, speech science and education to develop innovative approaches to language teaching and learning.

LCAL Studio & Humanities Commons

The LCAL Studio & Humanities Commons advances technology-enhanced research, teaching and intercultural engagement by providing specialized spaces, multimedia workspaces, equipment rentals and cultural programming.