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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN APPLIED LINGUISTICS
BA IN APPLIED LINGUISTICS (SASCED-P 02311601)

INTRODUCTION

Applied Linguistics is one of the major subfields of General Linguistics. It is concerned with the
application of knowledge on the nature of Language as defined by linguistic research. Applied
Linguistics deals with practical issues and problems in which language is a central component
especially learning and teaching of foreign languages.

PROGRAM VISION
The Applied Linguistics Program aspires to be a world-class program and a recognized leader in the
advancement of linguistics and its practical applications.

PROGRAM MISSION

The Applied Linguistics Program aims to provide its students with quality education in Linguistics and
its applications whilst fostering awareness of cultural and cross-linguistic variations. The program
aims at developing students’ linguistic proficiency, communication skills, critical thinking, research
skills and use of information technology

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

▪ To build students’ knowledge of the structure and function of language and its use and
change in various cultural and social settings.
▪ To enable students to understand the relationship between linguistic theories and its
professional applications.
▪ To train students to effectively utilize communication skills, critical thinking skills, analytical
and synthetic skills, reading, writing and research skills.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES | THE ABILITY TO

Knowledge
1.1 Demonstrate fundamental understanding of the nature, function and
structure of core areas of linguistics and applied linguistics. Knowledgeable

1.2 Recognize the relationship between the theories of linguistics and applied
Linguistics displaying an awareness of their interdisciplinary nature and how
they connect with other fields. Knowledgeable

Cognitive skills
2.1 Explore the structure and evolution of words and texts from the point of
view of phonology, morphology, grammar, syntax, semantics displaying
awareness of cross-linguistic variations. Critical thinkers

2.3 Analyze the nature and function of language as a human attribute including
Language acquisition, language and society, language and culture, language and
thought. Communicators, Critical Thinkers

2.2 Demonstrate an ability to produce, reflect critically and edit oral and written
communication products to diverse social, cultural, professional or academic
communities using appropriate digital media and technology. Communicators,
Critical thinkers, Digital Natives

Values
3.1 Display an ability to lead and engage in research individually or
collaboratively recognizing the ethical and legal considerations and
demonstrating an aptitude for life-long learning. Communicators, Team
Players, Socially Responsible and Ethical