Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Research)

Overview

Programme overview

The Master's research programme in Linguistics and Communication Sciences focuses on how language and communication works. This programme takes a multidisciplinary approach to finding insights in the field, including language variation and language diversity, language technology, sign language, intercultural communication, persuasive communication, optimal communication, multimodal messages and social media.

This programme is closely connected with the Centre for Language Studies, the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics, the Baby Research Centre, and the Donders Institute. As a student you will have the opportunity to learn from and work alongside experts in the field.

You’ll participate in group-oriented education and be part of a select group of highly motivated national and international students. You will also have great opportunities to build your network within Radboud's own extensive international network. 

What will you learn?

• Gain a theoretical background in the foundations of language and communication and be able to describe and apply general knowledge on the historical roots and modern developments within the fields of Linguistics and Communication Studies

• Choose from a variety of topics within linguistics to further deepen your knowledge in your area of interest

• Get valuable research experience, understanding approaches and techniques, and learn to design, conduct and present your research and prepare yourself for a research career

Career prospects

Graduates from this programme are well suited to pursue an academic career. They can also find research positions in a variety of public and private institutions.