Overview

Emphasis is given to language modeling through computational and quantitative methods. In addition to providing invaluable intellectual preparation for doctoral studies in linguistics, the MALTT program prepares students for careers in high-tech industry, text-based consultancies in law and medicine, and jobs in government agencies.

Why Master’s in Linguistic Theory & Typology at the University of Kentucky?

The MALTT degree emphasizes both linguistic theory, whose aim is to increase our knowledge about the fundamental nature of human language, and typology, the study of the domains of similarity among languages and the dimensions and degrees of their differences.

Students of MALTT are trained in formal and computational methods in the analysis of linguistic data, important transferable skills and fast becoming a standard expectation in any program of linguistic research.

MALTT offers specializations in morphosyntax and sociolinguistics.

Students have opportunities to participate in faculty research projects involving a range of languages, including K’iche’ Maya, Eastern Iranian, Slavic, Sanskrit, Appalachian English, and others.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Research Methods in Linguistics

Research Seminar in Linguistic Theory & Typology

Syntax

Phonology

Phonetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-11 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

GMAT

Required

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General requirements

Personal Statement

Writing Sample

International applicants

Three letters of recommendation

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Tuition Fees

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15084 USD / year

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Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Overview

Why Master’s in Linguistic Theory & Typology at the University of Kentucky?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Financing

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