Master of Arts in Digital Linguistics and Intercultural Communication [MADLIC]

The MADLIC programme can be completed on a full-time basis within one year. The primary language of instruction is Chinese, but English is also incorporated as needed. This MA programme puts a strong emphasis on applied linguistics, digital technology and intercultural communication. The curriculum is composed of four core courses and four elective courses. The core courses build a foundation in language and communication research, focusing on intercultural communication and translation in professional settings. Students also learn how technology supports translation and how linguistics informs intercultural interaction in multilingual societies in the digital age. The elective courses introduce key theories and concepts related to intercultural communication while offering students opportunities to develop practical language and translation skills across diverse professional discourse contexts. Students can also choose electives that explore digital applications for language studies and translation, including computer-assisted and AI-supported approaches, as well as translation for digital media and entertainment. In addition, the curriculum covers sociolinguistics, discourse in both written and spoken forms, multimodal communication, and the roles of conflict, culture, and negotiation in communication.

In this programme, students are required to successfully complete EIGHT courses, consisting of four core courses and four electives or four core courses plus two electives and a dissertation. Some of the elective courses will be shared with other established MA programmes in Faculty of Humanities (FHM). Students with strong aspiration to pursue a research postgraduate degree may wish to take the Dissertation track (prerequisite: grade ‘B+’ or above in the Methods for Language and Communication Research course). Classes in the same or different semester(s) may be scheduled on weekday daytime/evenings, weekends and/or during long holidays at the Tai Po Campus / Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre and/or other locations as decided by the University.

The following table provides an overview of the programme structure:

Disclaimer: 

Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

In 2027/28, the default mode of teaching of all classes will be in-person on campus using face-to-face mode. Students who are currently not in Hong Kong are advised to make their travel plans as early as possible.