PhD Candidate
Wei Sun (孙伟)
PhD Candidate in Applied Linguistics
Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST)
13
Publications
3
Years Research
Biography & Education
I am a PhD candidate in Applied Linguistics at Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST). My research focuses on second language acquisition, psychology of language learning and teaching, corpus linguistics, and technology-enhanced language learning.
I hold a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics from China University of Petroleum-Beijing (2025) and a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from the same university (2021).
PhD in Applied LinguisticsHUST, 2025.9 – Present
M.A. in Applied LinguisticsChina University of Petroleum-Beijing, 2022–2025
B.A. in English Language & LiteratureChina University of Petroleum-Beijing, 2017–2021
Outstanding Graduation Thesis2025 (M.A.) & 2021 (B.A.)
Research Interests
Psychology of Language Learning and Teaching
Non-cognitive factors such as grit, emotions, and motivation.
Technology-Enhanced Language Learning and Teaching
GenAI, online learning, and digital tools in language education.
Corpus Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition
A corpus approach to investigate individual differences in language development