Overview

This programme at The University of Edinburgh offers a strong focus on theoretical understanding underpinned by empirical evidence, and teaches students how to contribute to theoretical debates via their own work.

The programme draws on the University of Edinburgh’s unparalleled research expertise in Linguistics , which offers theoretical depth and produces cutting-edge research across a diverse range of linguistic areas.

Career opportunities

This is the ideal programme for deepening your involvement in Linguistics, giving you a grounding in further study (PhD), or developing an academic career in Linguistics.

The programmes also teaches a broad range of transferable skills applicable to a wide range of modern jobs, such as:

research (theoretical linguistics)
language consultancy
teaching

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Phonetics and Laboratory Phonology

Quantitative Methods in Linguistics and English Language

Speech Production and Perception

Historical Phonology

Language Variation and Change

Syntax: Theory and Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-06 00:00:00

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Round 1 deadline: 26 November

Round 2 deadline: 25 February

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in theoretical linguistics, applied linguistics, modern languages, English language, cognitive science or psychology.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34860 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14390 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time fees:

Home/Scotland - £7,195 per year

International/EU - £17,430 per year

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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