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(in Polish) Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies, stacjonarne, drugiego stopnia (S2-PRK-AMMS)

(in Polish: Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies, stacjonarne, drugiego stopnia)
second cycle programme
full-time, 2-year studies
Language: English

The aim of the programme Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies (AM&MS) is to prepare graduates to work in a multilingual and multicultural environment, where proficiency in several foreign languages is mandatory. The main concept of education relies on a combination of current academic knowledge and the effects of progress in scientific disciplines. The programme of Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies includes modules that equip graduates with the knowledge, competences and skills in the field of broadly understood issues related to multilingualism and multiculturalism. An important aspect of the programme is its research and interdisciplinary character. It covers a number of issues from the sociolinguistic, psycholinguistic and cultural perspective. It includes courses preparing students to conduct further research and apply for admission to doctoral studies, apply for grants and obtain funds, participate in research conferences and write research articles and projects.

Our programme allows students to model their own learning path. We offer elective courses to choose from, thanks to which students have the opportunity to develop their interests and focus on in-depth study of the selected research field. In addition, in order to individualise the learning path, funding and scholarships for one-week study visits to the best European research centres working in the field of multilingualism and multiculturalism, e.g., University College London, the University of Oslo, the University of the Basque Country, will be provided so that students are also given an opportunity to be educated under the supervision of the best researchers.

A great advantage of the programme Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies is mobility consisting in carrying out part-time studies abroad under the Erasmus+ programme or the Eurocampus programme. Mobility of AM&MS students is an integral element of the programme, thanks to which the programme is characterised by a high degree of internationalisation.

The programme relates to the tradition of the school of applied linguistics existing at the University of Warsaw for over 50 years. Moreover, some of the classes will be conducted by outstanding specialists from other Polish universities and foreign research centres.

Graduates of this programme will be able to work as language policy consultants (e.g., in regional agencies, in the ministry, for the government, in EU structures), or as advisors to national and international governmental and non-governmental organisations. They can also become experts in multilingualism and multiculturalism in education, companies, as well as centres for immigrants.

ECTS Coordinators:

Qualification awarded:

Second cycle degree - magister - in Multilingual and Multicultural Studies

Access to further studies:

third cycle programme, non-degree postgraduate education

Learning outcomes

Knowledge: the graduate knows and understands:
- at an advanced level conceptual and terminological apparatus in the field of multilingualism and
multiculturalism
- at an advanced level main directions of development and the most important achievements in the
area of multilingualism and multiculturalism
- at an advanced level contemporary research trends in the field of multilingualism and
multiculturalism
- at an advanced level the complex nature of language, its intricacy and changeability
- the latest research methodology used in the field of multilingualism and multiculturalism
- social, cultural and political issues in relation to the dilemmas of modern civilization
- relations between language and culture and religion sciences as well as sociology
- at an advanced level cultural diversity and its transformations, cultural identity, interaction and
intercultural communication
- the description and statistical inference in the area of multilingualism and multiculturalism
- concepts and principles in the field of protection of individual property and copyright
- principles of creation and development of various forms of entrepreneurship

Skills: the graduate is able to:
- prepare written works in the field of multilingualism and multiculturalism in English (including works
bearing the features of a scientific text)
- search, analyse and utilise information using available sources
- recognize different genres of texts and conduct their in-depth analysis and interpretation using
various methods
- argue substantively using the views of other authors and formulate conclusions
- integrate knowledge relevant to multilingualism and multiculturalism
- make a simple analysis of the consequences of processes taking place in contemporary societies
- independently develop and give an oral presentation on a selected topic in the field of multilingualism
and multiculturalism using source literature
- formulate, analyse and synthesise research problems in the field of multilingualism and
multiculturalism and select adequate methods and tools to solve these problems, present the
developed issues using various forms and methods
- work independently and in a group to acquire knowledge and develop research skills in the field of
multilingualism and multiculturalism
- use the English language in speech and writing compliant with the requirements set out for the B2+
level according to CEFR
- use language competence within the scope of an additional foreign language
- actively apply information and communication technologies supporting the use and development of
knowledge in the field of multilingualism and multiculturalism

Social competences: the graduate is ready to:
- recognise the importance of knowledge and seek expert advice when problems arise
- critically assess knowledge and skills in the field of multilingualism and multiculturalism
- adequately address professional challenges, both individual and team, in the field of multilingualism
and multiculturalism
- permanent and active participation in scientific life using traditional and modern forms and media
- recognise the principles of research ethics and to respect all participants in the research process

Admission procedures:

Visit the following page for details on admission procedures: https://irk.uw.edu.pl/