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Master of Comparative – Contrastive Linguistics

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Overview

Comparative – Contrastive Linguistics conducts in-depth research into aspects of language by comparing and contrasting the similarities and differences of various languages to draw final conclusions and effective language learning methods in language use.

  • Major Code: 8220241
  • Degree: Master
  • Training System: Full-time
  • Training Duration: 1.5 years

Admission conditions

  • Admission based on the cumulative grade point average of the university degree.

Admission Profile

    • Application form (according to Thanh Do University’s template);
    • Notarized copy of university diploma and academic transcript;
    • Notarized copies of foreign language diplomas and certificates;
    • Copy of birth certificate; Citizen identification card.

    Note: Applications and fees submitted will not be returned.

How to register

  • Method 1: Directly at the university or by postal mail
    • Admissions Office 1: 1st Floor, Building A, Thanh Do University, Km 15, National Highway 32, Kim Chung, Hoai Duc, Hanoi.
    • Admissions Office 2: No. 8, Kieu Mai Street, Phuc Dien, Bac Tu Liem, Hanoi.

The attraction of the industry

Graduates can take on positions such as:

  • Linguistics researcher at research institutes in Vietnam and abroad; scientific research management officer in these agencies.
  • Linguistics lecturer or language teacher (Vietnamese, foreign language) at universities and colleges in Vietnam and abroad; Vietnamese, Literature, or Foreign Language teacher at high schools; management officer in these agencies.
  • Editor at publishing houses; editor and reporter at media agencies; document specialist at central and local agencies; management officer in these agencies.
  • Language technician in information technology, cryptography, forensic science, language rehabilitation medicine, etc.
  • Communication, marketing, and translation staff for companies; policy consultant for language and culture training and research programs; management officer in these agencies.

Description of the training program

This course provides knowledge of methods and techniques for comparing languages, as well as knowledge of intercultural and cross-cultural perspectives between East and West; reinforces and enhances the necessary skills to conduct comparisons between different languages, to describe languages from a critical perspective, to synthesize aspects of language variations, and to evaluate English learning materials for language learners.

After completing the master’s program in Comparative – Contrastive Linguistics with an applied research orientation, students will have a solid academic background in language and Vietnamese upon graduation, possess proficient professional practice skills in teaching, translation and interpretation, comparison and contrast with other languages, and have the ability to work independently, creatively, and solve problems in their field of expertise.

Learning roadmap:

Phase 1:

  • Study foundational and specialized knowledge modules
  • Conduct scientific research and in-depth internships

Phase 2:

  • Complete the graduation project.

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