Overview

Consequently, questions about language, and particularly the nature of its structure, use and development, have engaged scholars from a wide range of disciplines. Linguistics is the discipline that addressses these and other related questions directly.

Specialization

Master of Arts - Linguistics at University of Otago comprises different areas of specialisation:

phonetics (the study of speech sounds)

phonology (the study of sound systems)

morphology (the study of the internal structure of words)

syntax (the study of how words are combined into sentences)

semantics (the study of meaning)

pragmatics (the study of meaning in relation to the way language is used)

socio-linguistics (the study of language in its social context)

historical linguistics (the study of language change)

universal typology (the study of language universals and differences)

acquisition (the study of how first and second languages are learned)

applied linguistics (the application of linguistics to language teaching and other professional activities)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thesis

Linguistics

Structuralism

Phonetics
Language Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-10 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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80

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dunedin, New Zealand

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand
The documents detailed above (academic transcripts, ECE, and proof of identity).
A detailed research proposal that shows you are familiar with current literature surrounding your topic.
An up-to date curriculum vitae.
The name of the academic staff member who has agreed to be your supervisor.
An approximate start date

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Tuition Fees

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53970 NZD / year

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Citizens or residents

9427 NZD / year

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Living costs

Dunedin

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

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Funding

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Overview

Specialization

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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