A masters degree in applied linguistics is an arts masters degree program that entails theory and research of linguistics. The program is wide and also encompasses the practical problems and solutions offered by use of linguistics in the society. A student enrolling for this masters program is offered an opportunity to work in diverse areas which include: education, computer technology, medicine and law. Therefore, the masters program’s marketability is enhanced by the numerous job opportunities available to graduates of the degree program.

The masters program offers specializations in a variety of fields; ranging from language acquisitions, development, linguistics theory, language structure, sign language, bilingualism, language teaching and literacy in classrooms. A graduate of this masters program can also apply their knowledge in applied projects in the communities they live or study in. For interested students who would wish to enroll for the masters program but they do not have experience in the field are required to take introductory classes before enrolling for the masters program.

Taking a masters degree in applied linguistics also requires one to take classes in a foreign language. This requirement offers the students of the program an upper hand as well as increasing their marketability by opening up more opportunities for them; by enabling the taking up of job offers in foreign areas.