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Overview
The International Experimental and Clinical Linguistics (IECL) Master/Ph.D. course at the University of Potsdam provides an advanced academic training in research methodology in a flexible format and prepares you for a scientific career in the areas of psycho- and neurolinguistics. The IECL has a specific focus on the neuro-cognitive mechanisms underlying language processing, language acquisition, their disorders, and their rehabilitation. You can develop your own area of interest within a research framework of first language acquisition, speech and language processing, evidence based practice in speech and language disorders, and multilingual language acquisition and processing.
Career Opportunities
The program provides intensive, research-based training in experimental and clinical linguistics in which students can deepen and expand the knowledge, skills, and proficiencies gained in their bachelor’s studies. This includes the theoretical, methodological and experimental foundations for scientific work, and prepares the student for a career in fields related to applied science, research, and teaching. The program does not provide basic training for working as a speech and language therapist.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- First Language Acquisition
- Language Processing
- Evidence Bases for Language Disorders
- Language Acquisition and Processing in Multilingual Contexts
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Advanced Topics in First Language Acquisition
- Advanced Topics in Language Processing
- Advanced Topics in Evidence Bases for Language Disorders
- Advanced Topics in Language Acquisition and Processing in Multilingual Contexts
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Languages Cognitive Sciences Linguistics View 12 other Masters in Cognitive Sciences in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- (a first academic degree i.e., a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in a subject essential for the degree program in experimental cognitive sciences, or an academic degree in speech and language treatment, or an experimental degree program closely related to the field, with at least 180 CP of coursework.
- knowledge of experimental-empirical competences evidenced by at least: 6 credit points in statistics and/or quantitative research methods; 12 credit points in the field of experimental cognitive science (psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, developmental psychology, biopsychology).
- English language skills (if it is not your first language) at least at C1 level.
Tuition Fee
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EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR for the full programme during 24 months.
- 280 Euros per semester administrative fee
Living costs for Potsdam
690 - 1050 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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