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Overview
You'll learn about theoretical and methodological problems in performing forensic speech and audio analysis. The course also enables you to perform original research in speaker comparison and speech content analysis.
The MA in Forensic Phonetics at the University of York provides you with the necessary skills for further work in the forensic domain and related employment. It is also excellent preparation for a PhD in phonetics, sociolinguistics, language variation and change, or acoustics.
Careers and skills
Our graduates have gone on to employment with police services and forensic laboratories, and have become academic researchers. This programme provides you with the requisite skills, understanding and knowledge to work effectively and increase your employability in forensic domains as well as in related fields such as the police, emergency call services and security services. The MA qualification will enable you to apply for membership of the International Association for Forensic Phonetics and Acoustics (IAFPA).
Career opportunities
- Academic research
- Computing and software development
- Emergency services
- Forensic speech laboratories
- Police
- Security services
- Speech technology
- Teaching
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Phonetics
- Advanced Phonology
- Language Variation and Change
- Technical Foundations of Forensic Speech Science
- Sociophonetics
- Quantitative Methods
- Research Training
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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Applications can be submitted year-round, but we recommend you apply as early as possible as entry to many courses is competitive.
Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 96
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Forensic Science Linguistics View 128 other Masters in Forensic Science in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 96
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2.1 or equivalent; in most circumstances a background in phonetics is required
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International
22250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22250 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9990 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9990 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for York
646 - 1124 GBP /month
Living costs
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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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