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Applied Linguistics

Applied Linguistics

Language matters. Explore the wonderful complexities of language with us. Be infused with a sense of discovery and excitement and tackle real-world problems from day one.


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Applied Linguistics is the study of languages, exploring how languages work and evolve, and how we can use this insight for real-world applications. From day one, apply your learning to explore, challenge, understand, and find solutions.

Short Courses

Our short courses specialise in English Language Development, teacher-training and intercultural training for students and professionals.

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Our Research

Applied Linguistics is an interdisciplinary field that identifies, investigates, and offers solutions to problems related to language and communication in all aspects of human life. We are committed to research that can make a real difference to society and people's lives by informing policy, changing practice and challenging perceptions.

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Consult with us

Applied Linguistics staff work with teams and organisations to foster effective communication. We have offered professional consultation in settings including health services, professional sport, and government. See how our expertise can help your team use language more effectively.

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Latest news from our department

£2.5 million funding confirmed for University of Warwick-led research into language policy in Europe

University of Warwick will lead a new research project, in a collaboration between nine universities in nine countries to explore language policy across Europe.

Professor Angela Creese will lead the research project, Strategies to strengthen European linguistic capital in a globalised world (MultiLX), funded through Horizon Europe.

Increased mobility of people has altered the linguistic make-up of Europe, while rapid developments in AI and other digital technology have revolutionised the way people communicate. There is an urgent need for language policy to keep pace with these changes. This research project addresses that need by investigating the diversity of linguistic practices in Europe and making recommendations to language policy-makers.
To find out more about this study follow this link - https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/al/people/creese/Link opens in a new window

Our upcoming events

Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 05 Mar
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 26 Feb
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 19 Feb
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 12 Feb
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 05 Feb
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 29 Jan
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language Culture Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 22 Jan
Location R1.03 and Online (Microsoft Teams)
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Language.Culture.Matters Seminar Series

Date Wed, 12 Jun
Location A0.23, Social Sciences, University of Warwick & Online
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