Research Methods in Applied Linguistics


The course aims to give a broad introduction to research methods within the field of applied linguistics and to develop students' ability when it comes to the collection and analysis of different kinds of data. The different teachers responsible for the course will all use a practical approach aiming to develop students' understanding and experience of how research methods can be applied based on different research questions and contexts.

Registration information, spring 2026

Registration is mandatory and will be open in Ladok for admitted students between 7 and 11 January. You need to register on time to confirm and keep your place.

How to register

More detailed course information will be available to registered students on the learning platform Athena.


Teaching Format

The teaching comprises seminars. Attendance at a minimum of 75% of the seminars is required in order to complete the course. Students will often work with different tasks and assignments during the seminars in preparation for the examination. Apart from scheduled teaching, time will be spent reading course literature and completing mandatory assignments.


Assessment

Written assignments and a final research report.

Examiner

Kathrin Kaufhold and Špela Mežek

The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.


Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.


Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.








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