The MA in CALL course is a 3-semester course of 90 ECTS credit. The course covers areas such as Teaching Methodologies, Instructional Technology, Technology Enhanced L2 Curriculum Development & Evaluation, Research Methods in Applied Linguistics, Computer Assisted Language Assessment and Testing, Emerging Technologies in Language Learning, CALL from the student perspective and research in the area of CALL.

It consists of eight modules of 7.5-ECTS credit each, and a 30 ECTs credit module on research in CALL. 

Modules Descriptions

• Acquisition (7,5 ECTS)
• Teaching Methodologies  (7,5 ECTS)
• Instructional Technology (7,5 ECTS)
• Computer Assisted Language Assessment and Testing (7,5 ECTS)
• Research Methods in Applied Linguistics (7,5 ECTS)
• Technology Enhanced Curriculum Development & Evaluation (7,5 ECTS)
• Emerging Technologies in Language Learning (7,5 ECTS)
• Call from the Student Perspective (7,5 ECTS)
• Dissertation (30 ECTS)

The programme aims to meet the needs of the local community and language teachers worldwide. 

It aims to develop the knowledge and skills needed today for professional careers in teaching second / foreign language with the use of new technologies  at all levels of education (pre-primary, primary, secondary, tertiary). It  focuses on learning theories, pedagogical methods and technological applications in language teaching. It is consistent with contemporary learning theories and methods in language teaching and deals with the theories and methods of applying new technologies in teaching and learning languages taught as a second (L2) or as a Foreign Language (FL). Although not limited to the teaching of English as a second / foreign language, the objectives of the proposed Master’s programme are consistent with the technological standards for the teaching of English as a Second Language (Teaching English as a Second Language Technology Standards Framework, 2008).

Upon completion of the programme, it is expected that students will have acquired specialised knowledge, skills and experiences in Computer Assisted Language Learning and in Autonomous and Lifelong Learning.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

By the end of the programme, students will be able to:

1. Identify, discuss and apply learning theories, pedagogical methods and technological applications in second (L2) or Foreign Language (FL) teaching.
2. Acquire and employ specialised knowledge, skills and experiences in CALL and in Autonomous and Lifelong Learning.
3. Produce, critically evaluate, and revise curricula, materials, tasks, lesson plans, tests and technology-mediated activities aligned with contemporary learning theories and methods in language teaching.
4. Articulate, present results and report on research in a scientific manner.

TYPE AND NUMBER OF STUDENTS

The MA in CALL programme aims to attract language teachers from around the world (from government and private schools as well as tertiary education in Cyprus and Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, North America and Australia), seeking to attend a graduate programme in this subject and in this particular mode. The maximum number of students admitted is 15-20, following a competitive process, in order to maintain the high level of quality.

The programme consists of 11 modules (including the master’s dissertation) that are required to fulfill the requirements of the award of Master in Public Health (MPH) degree.

Each student must take all 8 core (compulsory) modules plus 2 out of the 4 specialization modules and the master’s thesis module. These correspond to a total of 90 ECTS with 60 ECTS of taught modules (46 ECTS core modules and 16 ECTS specialization modules) over a minimum of two academic semesters (Fall and Spring). The remaining months are fully devoted to the research-based dissertation (thesis) for 30 ECTS.

Full-time (14 months) programme schedule*:

1st Semester – Fall (September-December)

• MPH_601 Basic Epidemiology (8 ECTS) Compulsory
• MPH_602 Basic Biostatistics for Public Health (8 ECTS) Compulsory
• MPH_603 Health Informatics (6 ECTS) Compulsory
• MPH_604 Research Ethics in Public Health (4 ECTS) Compulsory
• MPH_612 Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance (4 ECTS) – Compulsory

2nd Semester – Spring (January – May)

• MPH_605 Health Education and Promotion (6 ECTS) – Compulsory
• MPH_606 Health Economics and Policy (6 ECTS) – Compulsory
• MPH_607* Applied Methods for Public Health (8 ECTS) – Specialization
• MPH_608^ Environmental Health Evaluation (6 ECTS) – Specialization
• MPH_609* Advanced Biostatistical Methods (6 ECTS) – Specialization
• MPH_610^ Environment and Population Health (8 ECTS) Specialization
• MPH_611 Global Health (4 ECTS) – Compulsory

* Specialization in Epidemiology and Biostatistics

^ Specialization in Environmental Health

3rd Semester – Fall (June – November)

• MPH_613 Thesis (30 ECTS) Compulsory*

*Part-time students would typically need to split modules offered in the 1st and 2nd semester into four (4) semesters over a period of two academic years.

**The master’s thesis can be submitted once a year at the end of November.

The interdisciplinary Master’s programme in Public Health (MPH), offered by the Cyprus International Institute of Environmental and Public Health (CII), has been designed for anyone wants to make a difference in the field and develop practical skills for their future. Its primary aim is to train health professionals and new graduates of a wide range of relevant disciplines (e.g. biology, mathematics, medicine, nursing, psychology) in acquiring the technical and soft skills demanded by the public health sector in the 21st century.

The unique structure of the MPH programme allows for the acquisition of core practical skills in key areas of public health science and practice, as well as for specialization in a one of the two offered concentrations (Environmental Health OR Epidemiology & Biostatistics), thereby providing depth and breadth to the postgraduate studies that each of our students would like to pursue.

1st Semester

• RES 501 Research Methods and Biostatistics (8 ECTS)
• RES 502 Brain Imaging (8 ECTS)
• RES 503 Clinical Neurology (8 ECTS)
• RES 504 Principles of Neurorehabilitation (8 ECTS)

2nd Semester

• RES 505 Cognitive Neuroscience Ι (8 ECTS)
• RES 506 Seminars in Advanced Clinical Practice in Neurorehabilitation (8 ECTS)
• RES 507 Noninvasive Brain Stimulation (8 ECTS)
• Elective (6 ECTS)

3rd Semester (option 1)

• RES 508 Cognitive Neuroscience ΙΙ (8 ECTS)
• MPH 607 Applied methods for Public Health (8 ECTS)
• RES 509 Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) for Neurorehabilitation (8 ECTS)
• Elective (6 ECTS)

3rd Semester (option 2)

• RES 515 Thesis (30 ECTS)

Elective courses:

• RES 511 The ICF in Rehabilitation Neuroscience
• RES 512 Neuroethics
• RES 513 Science Communication
• RES 514 Healthy life-style applications in Rehabilitation
• RES 515 Single subject experimental designs (SSEDs) and investigations

The main purpose of the program is to train students on cutting-edge research skills in Cognitive Neurorehabilitation and with capabilities of coordinating relevant research in clinical settings. The aim of the program is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire advanced theoretical knowledge, a deeper understanding of current research and advanced skills in research methods in cognitive rehabilitation of neurological patients. The program also aims to prepare students for postgraduate studies.

The program encourages students to critically evaluate cognitive neurorehabilitation research and acquire skills for coordinating relevant research in clinical settings. The program offers students the opportunity to acquire advanced theoretical knowledge, a deeper understanding of current research and advanced skills in research methods in cognitive rehabilitation of neurological patients. The program also aims to prepare students for postgraduate studies.

The main aims are to:

• Promote innovation and focus in research and encourage independent thinking
• Promote the development of research skills in the field of Cognitive Neurorehabilitation
• Promote an understanding of the translational aspects of research in Cognitive Neurorehabilitation
• Equip students with skills and knowledge necessary for PhD studies

Learning outcomes:  

By the end of the program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the literature and the methodology in the field
• Show competency in relevant methods and techniques applicable to their own research
• Critically evaluate, analyse and interpret new research data in the framework of the subject area
• Solve problems, and demonstrate ethical consideration in research with humans
• Articulate and report research in a scientific manner and present results in a professional manner

Term 1: Fall Term (September-December) courses

• MGA 676 – Design Theory and Methodology (4 ECTS) 
• MGA 674 – Research Methods (6 ECTS) 
• IFI7316.DT – Foundations of HCI (6 ECTS) 
• MGA 685 – Prototyping (4 ECTS)  
• MGA 671 – Interaction Design Methods (4 ECTS) 
• IFI7330.DT – Individual Subject (6 ECTS)

Term 2: Spring Term (January-June) modules

• IFI7329.DT – Universal Design (6 ECTS)
• IFI7160.DT – Current Topics in Human-Computer Interaction (4 ECTS)
• IFI7309.DT – Development of Interactive Systems (4 ECTS) 
• IFI7310.DT – User Experience Evaluation (4 ECTS)
• MGA 686 – Field Research Methods (4 ECTS)
• MGA 675 – Practice (6 ECTS)

Term 3: Fall Term (September-December) courses

• MGA 682 – Interaction Design Project (16 ECTS)
• IFI7328.DT – Master´s Thesis Seminar (16 ECTS)

Term 4: Spring Term (January-June) modules

• IFI7040.DT – Master’s Thesis (24 ECTS) 

The MSc in Interaction Design is a full-time and part-time postgraduate programme that equips its graduates with marketable skills in design, technology, and theory as related to the domain of Interaction Design, User Experience and Human-Computer Interaction.