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Newcastle University: English Language and/or Linguistics
| Institution | Newcastle University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics |
| Web | Visit Newcastle University website |
| Study type | Taught |
MLitt
Summary
Our research Master's in English Language and/or Linguistics is largely based on your own research interests. We'll prepare you for further research within and beyond academia. You'll be fully supported by experts situated in one of the largest centres for linguistics research in Europe.
The individually tailored course contains some taught modules. It mostly consists of smaller, independently conducted research assignments and a larger research dissertation at the end. The topics are chosen by you, in consultation with your supervisor.
Linguistics and Applied Linguistics is split across three Schools:
- School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
- School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics
- School of Modern Languages
We offer supervision in the following areas:
- Linguistic Theory
- Language Variation and change
- Language evolution, acquisition and development
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. We especially encourage applications from students who feel they may face specific barriers in accessing higher education or who belong to groups who are under-represented in UK Higher Education. These include, but are not limited to, first-generation students, applicants from minoritised ethnic groups, applicants returning to full-time education after a break, applicants with caring responsibilities, or applicants with disabilities. The School is committed to supporting you. If you would like to discuss how we can do so, please contact the Postgraduate Research Director, Professor Michael Rossington: michael.rossington@newcastle.ac.uk |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Summary
Our research Master's in English Language and/or Linguistics is largely based on your own research interests. We'll prepare you for further research within and beyond academia. You'll be fully supported by experts situated in one of the largest centres for linguistics research in Europe.
The individually tailored course contains some taught modules. It mostly consists of smaller, independently conducted research assignments and a larger research dissertation at the end. The topics are chosen by you, in consultation with your supervisor.
Linguistics and Applied Linguistics is split across three Schools:
- School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
- School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics
- School of Modern Languages
We offer supervision in the following areas:
- Linguistic Theory
- Language Variation and change
- Language evolution, acquisition and development
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or above, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. We especially encourage applications from students who feel they may face specific barriers in accessing higher education or who belong to groups who are under-represented in UK Higher Education. These include, but are not limited to, first-generation students, applicants from minoritised ethnic groups, applicants returning to full-time education after a break, applicants with caring responsibilities, or applicants with disabilities. The School is committed to supporting you. If you would like to discuss how we can do so, please contact the Postgraduate Research Director, Professor Michael Rossington: michael.rossington@newcastle.ac.uk |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Summary
The English Language and/or Linguistics MLitt is a Master's level degree that is largely based around your own research interests, preparing you for further research within and beyond academia. You will be fully supported by experts situated in one of the largest centres for linguistics research in Europe.
Our course is an individually tailored research Master's degree designed for graduates with a good background in linguistics and/or English language. The course contains some taught modules but mostly consists of smaller independently conducted research assignments and a larger research dissertation at the end. The topics are chosen by you, in consultation with your supervisor. We offer supervision in the following areas:
Linguistic theory:
•syntactic theory and comparative syntax
•phonological theory
•morphophonology and morphosyntax
•philosophy of language
•philosophy of linguistics
•architecture of the language faculty.
Language variation and change:
•historical/diachronic linguistics
•variationist/comparative linguistics
•sociolinguistics
•grammaticalization
•dialect syntax
•corpus analysis
•linguistic typology.
Language evolution, acquisition, and development:
•first language acquisition and development
•the acquisition of second language morphosyntax and phonology
•evolutionary linguistics.
Centre for Research in Linguistics and Language Sciences (CRiLLS):
The Centre for Research in Linguistics and Language Sciences (CRiLLS) is one of the largest centres for linguistic research in Europe, so you have a unique opportunity to acquire a wide range of methodologies and exposure to diverse theoretical perspectives to enrich your own research. We have a wide range of research supervisors you can work with.
We offer subject-specific research training, including specialised practical workshops on statistical packages and software used in corpus linguistic methodologies. This specific training complements the research training programme you will be part of as a postgraduate research student.
Our 'student work in progress' meetings give you the opportunity to present your work to a student audience, giving you instant feedback and discussions around your research. Our special interests groups also facilitate researchers with common interests to share ideas, develop new skills and gain feedback on their work. The groups meet regularly and include topics like:
•language variation and change
•theoretical phonology
•corpus linguistics
•syntax
•language and cognition.
Internationally renowned linguistic researchers are regularly invited to give guest lectures, recent speakers include:
•Professor Ellen Bialystok, York University, Toronto
•Professor J K Chambers, University of Toronto
•Professor David Pesetsky, MIT
•Professor Elizabeth Closs Traugott, Stanford University.
Delivery:
Your study will consist mainly of seminars, tutorials and independent learning supported by research training. The course is made up of 180 credits:
•20 credits for research training modules
•80 credits for a 16-24,000-word dissertation, which is written in the spring/summer for full time students or in the second year for part time students
•the remaining 80 credits are chosen by you and your supervisors to suit your needs and preferences.
You may also attend lectures and seminars (not the assessments) for approved taught undergraduate and postgraduate modules, or you may choose to study modules from Linguistics MA. The taught modules and research assignments will prepare you for your dissertation and you have the flexibility to choose one assignment unrelated to the main focus of your studies.
Facilities:
The School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics is a lively and diverse community with over 700 undergraduates and 200 postgraduates.
We are based in the Percy Building where the majority of your seminars and tutorials will take place.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. International Students: To study this course you need to meet our Band 9 English Language requirements: Direct Entry: IELTS 7.0 overall (with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other sub-skills) If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course. Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests. The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Summary
The English Language and/or Linguistics MLitt is a Master's level degree that is largely based around your own research interests, preparing you for further research within and beyond academia. You will be fully supported by experts situated in one of the largest centres for linguistics research in Europe.
Our course is an individually tailored research Master's degree designed for graduates with a good background in linguistics and/or English language. The course contains some taught modules but mostly consists of smaller independently conducted research assignments and a larger research dissertation at the end. The topics are chosen by you, in consultation with your supervisor. We offer supervision in the following areas:
Linguistic theory:
•syntactic theory and comparative syntax
•phonological theory
•morphophonology and morphosyntax
•philosophy of language
•philosophy of linguistics
•architecture of the language faculty.
Language variation and change:
•historical/diachronic linguistics
•variationist/comparative linguistics
•sociolinguistics
•grammaticalization
•dialect syntax
•corpus analysis
•linguistic typology.
Language evolution, acquisition, and development:
•first language acquisition and development
•the acquisition of second language morphosyntax and phonology
•evolutionary linguistics.
Centre for Research in Linguistics and Language Sciences (CRiLLS):
The Centre for Research in Linguistics and Language Sciences (CRiLLS) is one of the largest centres for linguistic research in Europe, so you have a unique opportunity to acquire a wide range of methodologies and exposure to diverse theoretical perspectives to enrich your own research. We have a wide range of research supervisors you can work with.
We offer subject-specific research training, including specialised practical workshops on statistical packages and software used in corpus linguistic methodologies. This specific training complements the research training programme you will be part of as a postgraduate research student.
Our 'student work in progress' meetings give you the opportunity to present your work to a student audience, giving you instant feedback and discussions around your research. Our special interests groups also facilitate researchers with common interests to share ideas, develop new skills and gain feedback on their work. The groups meet regularly and include topics like:
•language variation and change
•theoretical phonology
•corpus linguistics
•syntax
•language and cognition.
Internationally renowned linguistic researchers are regularly invited to give guest lectures, recent speakers include:
•Professor Ellen Bialystok, York University, Toronto
•Professor J K Chambers, University of Toronto
•Professor David Pesetsky, MIT
•Professor Elizabeth Closs Traugott, Stanford University.
Delivery:
Your study will consist mainly of seminars, tutorials and independent learning supported by research training. The course is made up of 180 credits:
•20 credits for research training modules
•80 credits for a 16-24,000-word dissertation, which is written in the spring/summer for full time students or in the second year for part time students
•the remaining 80 credits are chosen by you and your supervisors to suit your needs and preferences.
You may also attend lectures and seminars (not the assessments) for approved taught undergraduate and postgraduate modules, or you may choose to study modules from Linguistics MA. The taught modules and research assignments will prepare you for your dissertation and you have the flexibility to choose one assignment unrelated to the main focus of your studies.
Facilities:
The School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics is a lively and diverse community with over 700 undergraduates and 200 postgraduates.
We are based in the Percy Building where the majority of your seminars and tutorials will take place.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. International Students: To study this course you need to meet our Band 9 English Language requirements: Direct Entry: IELTS 7.0 overall (with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other sub-skills) If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course. Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests. The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
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