Master in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching

University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open in China and brings UK-style degrees to an English-taught campus in Ningbo. Established in 2004 in partnership with Zhejiang Wanli Education Group, UNNC offers University of Nottingham programmes with the same academic standards and quality assurance as the UK, combined with a distinctive international campus life in a historic and rapidly growing port city.

The campus emphasizes a global perspective, strong academic support, and rich extracurricular opportunities with more than 40 clubs and societies. Students benefit from close faculty supervision, a broad range of degree options, and practical experiences such as industry collaborations and cross-campus events that link the UK, China and Malaysia campuses. Residential facilities designed for international students are fully furnished and equipped for connectivity, creating a comfortable study environment.

Ningbo itself offers a lively student lifestyle with modern amenities, cultural attractions, and affordable living costs compared with larger Chinese metropolises. New students receive structured welcome and buddy programmes to ease arrival, bank setup, and social integration. UNNC is a compelling choice for students seeking a British-style education in an international Chinese setting that supports academic rigor, cultural exchange, and career-focused development.

The Master in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China is a one-year full-time program for students who want to advance their knowledge of language study and linguistics. This Master's degree helps students develop critical thinking skills and applies theoretical models to language study. The program lasts one year and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes modules like Approaches to Language and Linguistics and Research Methods in Applied Linguistics. Students also work on a dissertation and can choose from various elective modules to develop their skills further. This hands-on approach helps students develop a deep understanding of linguistics and language teaching.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as English Language Teachers, Curriculum Developers, Language Assessors, or Education Researchers. They can work in schools, universities, or language institutes, and help students improve their language skills. With this degree, students can also pursue doctoral research studies and become experts in their field.