About the course

This master's in Linguistics is characterised by its flexibility. It equips you with the research skills necessary for independent study in linguistics. The common subjects the course covers include: theoretical and general linguistics, descriptive linguistics, applied linguistics and combinations of these specialisms. The course has two specialist pathways leading to different awards: MA Linguistics: English Language and MA Linguistics: Language Acquisition. The pathways allow you to focus on your area of particular interest. This could range from: lexical innovation, sociolinguistics, computational linguistics, child language acquisition and psycholinguistics. By the end of the master's in Linguistics, you'll understand and be able to engage with ideas at the forefront of linguistic research. You'll address linguistic questions and problems currently being debated. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Newcastle upon Tyne
Autumn (September), 2025	Newcastle upon Tyne
Autumn (September), 2026	Newcastle upon Tyne

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Newcastle University

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in: linguistics, a language (studied on its own or with another subject) and a discipline primarily involving the scientific study of human cognition or behaviour (eg cognitive science, psychology, anthropology, sociology)

　　IELTS - 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills)

　　TOEFL IBT or TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition - 90 overall (with a minimum of 19 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking, and 20 in writing)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Newcastle University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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