Overview

The Linguistics course offered by Nanyang Technological University equips students with the skills to observe, plan, and effectively communicate research findings, preparing them for future research careers.

This multidisciplinary approach also fosters analytical reasoning, critical thinking, and argumentation skills that are valuable for further studies or future careers. Additionally, it offers versatile skills applicable in resolving communication issues, studying language disorders, and addressing practical language concerns across various fields.

Career Prospects

Professionals and executives who have a passion for languages would benefit from acquiring specialised knowledge in Linguistics that will enhance their expertise in this field. The holistic and interdisciplinary approach to teaching will equip students with a versatile skillset that would enrich their career prospects in various sectors such as media, healthcare, education, and AI, among others.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language disorders

Neurolinguistics

Language development

Multilingualism and cognition

Communication sciences

Reading and literacy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-28 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

Linguistics View 3 other Masters in Linguistics in Singapore

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A good bachelor’s degree.

International applicants whose undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree was awarded by an institution where English is not the sole medium of instruction must have an IELTS* score of 7; OR a TOEFL Score of 100*.

No prior course work or training in linguistics is required.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

40330 SGD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40330 SGD for the full programme during 12 months.
National

40330 SGD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40330 SGD for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD /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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