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The first PhD programme in China focused on language science research, representing a milestone for the field
Closely aligned with the development of language and cultural industries in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, supporting regional economic and cultural exchange, with a special emphasis on multilingual conversion and cross-cultural communication skills
Advancing the development of applied language sciences through exploration of interdisciplinary integration with artificial intelligence, language education, translation studies, education, psychology, computer science, and sociology, with a focus on innovation and application in areas such as intelligent language education and human-machine collaborative translation
Enriching students' understanding of multilingual environments and cultural diversity, supporting the practical application of language policy, translation, education, and cross-cultural communication
Objectives This programme is a research-oriented doctoral programme dedicated to cultivating adept professionals who are inclined toward intensive exploration and innovative research in the field of applied language sciences. It encompasses interdisciplinary studies in applied linguistics, translation studies, language education, translation education, language technology, and educational psychology, addressing diverse issues in the global development of language sciences. Students will gain a solid foundation in the core theories and methodologies of language sciences, and master skills and technologies in digital linguistics such as natural language processing, corpus analysis, machine translation, and generative artificial intelligence. The programme encourages students to explore intersections between language and technology, translation studies, psychology, education, and sociology, fostering the creation of groundbreaking research directions that support the development of language and cultural industries and meet the communication needs of multilingual societies.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Highlights
The first PhD programme in China focused on language science research, representing a milestone for the field
Closely aligned with the development of language and cultural industries in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, supporting regional economic and cultural exchange, with a special emphasis on multilingual conversion and cross-cultural communication skills
Advancing the development of applied language sciences through exploration of interdisciplinary integration with artificial intelligence, language education, translation studies, education, psychology, computer science, and sociology, with a focus on innovation and application in areas such as intelligent language education and human-machine collaborative translation
Enriching students' understanding of multilingual environments and cultural diversity, supporting the practical application of language policy, translation, education, and cross-cultural communication
Objectives This programme is a research-oriented doctoral programme dedicated to cultivating adept professionals who are inclined toward intensive exploration and innovative research in the field of applied language sciences. It encompasses interdisciplinary studies in applied linguistics, translation studies, language education, translation education, language technology, and educational psychology, addressing diverse issues in the global development of language sciences. Students will gain a solid foundation in the core theories and methodologies of language sciences, and master skills and technologies in digital linguistics such as natural language processing, corpus analysis, machine translation, and generative artificial intelligence. The programme encourages students to explore intersections between language and technology, translation studies, psychology, education, and sociology, fostering the creation of groundbreaking research directions that support the development of language and cultural industries and meet the communication needs of multilingual societies.
Admission Requirements
Other required documents
Curriculum vitae (in English);
Research proposal;
Evidence of English proficiency [Test results, e.g. IELTS (International English Language Testing System), CET-6 (College English Test Band 6), TOEFL, TEM-4, TEM-8, other equivalent proficient tests] or proof of obtaining a Master's degree with English as the medium of instruction; and
List of all academic publications (if any)
15 May 2026
3 Years
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
18,203 USD
International
24,396 USD
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Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Language Sciences
MPU Macao Campus, Macao, Macau SAR
36 monthsProgramme duration
24,396 USDTuition Fee/year
15 May, 2026Application Deadline
Modern LanguagesMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Objectives
This programme is a research-oriented doctoral programme dedicated to cultivating adept professionals who are inclined toward intensive exploration and innovative research in the field of applied language sciences. It encompasses interdisciplinary studies in applied linguistics, translation studies, language education, translation education, language technology, and educational psychology, addressing diverse issues in the global development of language sciences. Students will gain a solid foundation in the core theories and methodologies of language sciences, and master skills and technologies in digital linguistics such as natural language processing, corpus analysis, machine translation, and generative artificial intelligence. The programme encourages students to explore intersections between language and technology, translation studies, psychology, education, and sociology, fostering the creation of groundbreaking research directions that support the development of language and cultural industries and meet the communication needs of multilingual societies.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Objectives
This programme is a research-oriented doctoral programme dedicated to cultivating adept professionals who are inclined toward intensive exploration and innovative research in the field of applied language sciences. It encompasses interdisciplinary studies in applied linguistics, translation studies, language education, translation education, language technology, and educational psychology, addressing diverse issues in the global development of language sciences. Students will gain a solid foundation in the core theories and methodologies of language sciences, and master skills and technologies in digital linguistics such as natural language processing, corpus analysis, machine translation, and generative artificial intelligence. The programme encourages students to explore intersections between language and technology, translation studies, psychology, education, and sociology, fostering the creation of groundbreaking research directions that support the development of language and cultural industries and meet the communication needs of multilingual societies.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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