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Northumbria University: English Language and Linguistics MA
| Institution | Northumbria University |
|---|---|
| Department | Humanities |
| Web | http://www.northumbria.ac.uk |
| bc.applicantservices@northumbria.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0191 406 0901 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Northumbria’s MA English Language and Linguistics builds on the broad range of research expertise in the English department and will give you the chance to explore a wide range of linguistic specialisms.
During the course, you will explore key concepts and theories involved in the study of language as well as examining theories which lie behind the analysis of linguistic structure, acquisition and use, and its interfaces with other disciplines. You will also gain an in-depth knowledge of the conceptual and analytical tools necessary to conduct informed and responsible enquiry at postgraduate level in Linguistics
Topics you could choose to study include world Englishes, sociolinguistics, language acquisition, psycholinguistics, language variation and change, the evolution of language, and forensic linguistics.
As well as offering you the chance to improve your knowledge and understanding of the structure of language, our MA English Language and Linguistics will help you to develop skills for professional employment and further research at doctoral level.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Linguistics, English Language or a relevant related discipline. International qualifications: If you have studied a non UK qualification, you can see how your qualifications compare to the standard entry criteria, by selecting the country that you received the qualification in, from our country pages. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English language requirements: International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no component to be under 6.0 *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications |
| Location | City Centre Campus Ellison Place Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Linguistics, English Language or a relevant related discipline. International qualifications: If you have studied a non UK qualification, you can see how your qualifications compare to the standard entry criteria, by selecting the country that you received the qualification in, from our country pages. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English language requirements: International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no component to be under 6.0 *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications |
| Location | City Centre Campus Ellison Place Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST |
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