Foreign Linguistics & Applied Linguistics

1. Cultivation Aims
This program focuses on researches on bilingual dictionary compilation, theoretical linguistics, applied linguistics and English textbook compilation & evaluation. It aims to cultivate qualified personnel who are capable of conducting studies in linguistic theories and putting these theories into practice, and who are capable of undertaking teaching and research work related to English.

2. Duration of the Program
The program generally lasts three years.

3. Research Directions
3.1 Bilingual dictionary compilation and research
3.2 Theoretical linguistics
3.3 Applied linguistics
3.4 English textbook compilation & evaluation

4. Course Content

Category		Course Number	Course Name	Period	Credit	Term	Remarks
Academic Degree Courses	Political Theoretical Course	001000701	Theory and Practice of Scientific Socialism	30	2	1
	Political Theoretical Course	001000703	Selected Readings of Marxist Classics	60	3	2
	Second Foreign Languages	031000701	Japanese	160	6	1, 2, 3	Select one from the 4 items
		031000702	French	160	6
		031000703	Russian	160	6
		031000704	German	160	6
	Basic Course	031000705	Translation Practice	40	4	1
	Basic Course	031202701	English Writing	60	6	1,2
	Specialized Course	031202702	Theoretical Linguistics	40	4	1,2
		031202703	Applied Linguistics	40	4	2
		031202704	Cognitive Grammar	40	4	4
Required Courses	Literature Reading Seminar	031202901	Cognitive Linguistics	40	4	3
		031202902	Discourse Analysis	40	4	2
		031202903	Sociolinguistics	40	4	5
		031202904	Syntax	40	4	1
		031202907	Semantics	40	4	2
		031202908	Research Method of Applied Linguistics	40	4	6
	Academic Seminar				2

5. Research and Dissertation

5.1 After acquiring all the credits as required, candidates are eligible for conducting research on their theses.

5.2 Candidates should present their topics of their theses, then collect both Chinese and foreign documentary resources, begin the research work under guidance of their supervisors, conduct seminars on documentary resources, thesis preliminary conference and periodical reports on their theses. After consulting the discipline panel and obtaining the approval of the panel, candidates can start their specific studies and thesis writing.

5.3 Theses must be written in accurate and smooth English as well as in good format, logic and organization, supported by full and detailed reference resources. The theses should convey the original and correct ideas of the authors, up to the requirements of being published. The 15000- to 20000-word thesis must be printed out one month prior to the defense and then submitted to the defense committee, which will make arrangement for the evaluation and defense of the theses.

5.4 The thesis writing should be conducted in accordance with "The Quantification Index on Research Achievements of Shanghai University for Master's and Doctoral Candidates."

5.5 The completed theses should be assessed and degrees conferred in accordance with "Regulations Concerning Academic Degrees in the People's Republic of China" and "Rules Concerning Academic Degrees in Shanghai University."

1.Non-Chinese citizen without physical and mental problems.
2.Master program applicants must have a bachelor degree. The date due to obtain a bachelor degree should be prior to the admission date.
3.Doctoral program applicants must have a master degree. The date due to obtain a master degree should be prior to the admission date.
4.Applicants for programs taught in Chinese must complete the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) band 4 (minimum score 180): for humanities in Chinese, HSK5 (minimum score 180) is required, for economics and management in Chinese, HSK4 over 210 points, science and arts, HSK4 over 195 points. International students who obtained the degree from a Chinese program in China are exempt.
5.Applicants for programs taught in English must complete the IELTS (minimum score 5.5) or TOEFL (minimum score 80). International students whose first language are English, or obtained the degree from an English program in an English speaking country are exempt.

1. Registration photo

2. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

3. Diploma and achievement sheet are needed

Graduation certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

4. Two letters of recommendation

From professor or associate professor or equivalents

5. Study or research plan

Including study purpose, research interest and research plan in brief. (at least 1 A4 page)

6. Certificate of HSK

for humanities in Chinese, HSK5 is required, for economics and management in Chinese, HSK4 over 210 points, science and arts, HSK4 over 195 points) or TOEFL over 80 points or IELTS5.5 and over (non-English speaking applicants for programs in English

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