Multilingualism and Language Education Master’s Program

Program Description

The program aims to provide students with advanced academic and professional training in the field of multilingualism and language education. It develops critical understanding of multilingual practices, policies, and pedagogies in diverse contexts (Morocco, Africa, and global societies). Students acquire theoretical, analytical, and practical tools for research, teaching, curriculum design, and policy implementation.

Objectives of the Program

• Develop critical understanding of multilingual practices and pedagogies.
• Strengthen research, teaching and curriculum design skills.
• Promote multilingual education in diverse contexts.
• Support policy implementation in multilingual environments.

Knowledge to be Acquired

Theories of multilingualism, language acquisition, sociolinguistics, language policy, translanguaging, plurilingualism, research methodologies, globalization and multilingual communication.

Skills to be Acquired

• Critical analysis of multilingual practices and ideologies
• Curriculum design for multilingual classrooms
• Independent academic research skills
• Intercultural and academic communication
• Promotion of inclusion and social justice

Career Opportunities

• Teaching and teacher education
• Educational policy and curriculum development
• Research in linguistics and education
• NGOs and international organizations
• Translation, interpretation and mediation
• Doctoral studies (PhD)

Pedagogical Prerequisites

Solid foundation in linguistics, applied linguistics, language education or English studies. Strong interest in multilingualism and sociolinguistics. Good command of English is required.

Required Degrees

Pedagogical Coordinator

Mr. Yassine Ait Hammou
y.aithammou@uiz.ac.ma