Overview

Course Description

The objectives of the English Language and Culture program at University of Eastern Finland include in-depth understanding of the multifacetedness of contemporary English studies, increased awareness of key debates in contemporary linguistics and ability to carry out independent research.

During their studies, students will specialize in linguistics or literary and cultural studies. In linguistics, these include dialectology, language contact, language variation and change, pragmatics and bilingualism. As for the literary and cultural studies, the Department's areas of strength include – among others - postcolonial and ethnic literatures, American literature, popular fiction, and contemporary fiction.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Postcolonial and ethnic literatures

American literature

Popular fiction

Contemporary fiction

Dialectology

Language contact
Language variation and change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-17 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature Linguistics View 5 other Masters in Linguistics in Finland

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A recognized Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in the area of English Language and Literature, English Linguistics, or English Translation is required.

A previous Bachelor's degree corresponding to at least 3 years of fulltime academic studies from an institution for higher education is required from all applicants

The programme will accept a temporary degree certificate.
English proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

8000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8000 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Joensuu

700 - 1000 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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