This module explores how the human mind allows us to understand and produce language so rapidly and effortlessly. Some of the research on English that we touch on in the module is described in this book chapter; but we go beyond English to look at the neuropsychology of bilingualism and Read more
I really enjoyed my Language and Linguistics MA because I got to explore some of my favourite areas in-depth while also being introduced to some new ones. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and couldn’t do enough for you. Their doors are always open if you want some support, whether it Read more
Studying for my MA in Applied Linguistics: TESOL at YSJ was one of the best things I have done professionally as it strengthened my passion for academia and helped shape my professional approach towards to teaching. They provided excellent professional support through supportive lecturers. They also provided extracurricular events such Read more
My MA TESOL has proved to be, by far, the most useful teaching qualification I’ve earnt. The combination of modules gave me an excellent foundation for my teaching career. The tutors were all highly experienced and incredibly knowledgeable about their subjects, and always conveyed their passion and enthusiasm. In terms Read more
It was one of the best decisions of my life to give up everything and move to York to get a TESOL master’s degree at York St. John. That one year flew so fast that I felt like I would still have liked to stay a university student. We always Read more
Completing my MA in TESOL at YSJ was the best decision I could have made. My entire experience has been great. From my very first day, I felt welcomed by the staff and teachers and instantly felt that had I made the right decision to study here. Throughout the year Read more
On this module we consider a whole host of linguistic attitudes and language ideologies, and although we look at language attitudes across the whole of society, we spend some time focusing on language attitudes in schools. I enjoy sharing my research work on teachers’ discourses about multilingualism as part of Read more
I wrote a chapter on phonetics for this A-Level/first year undergraduate textbook at the beginning of my interest in children’s phonology. Since then I have become fascinated by children’s pronunciation, how it develops, and how it relates to the voices children hear around them. This interest has developed into Read more
Welcome to York St John University and to the School of Education, Language and Psychology! I am Indu Meddegama, Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and Programme Lead for Taught MA programmes in TESOL. I will be your academic tutor this year and will meet you in class for Read more
Attending university at York St John has opened a whole new world for me. I deferred attending university for several years after completing my A-levels and so initially had my reservations about attending university in my mid-twenties. I was concerned about starting study again after a long absence and, crucially, Read more