| Institution | University of Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Department | Linguistics |
| Web | https://www.cam.ac.uk |
The course aims:
to provide students with advanced training in linguistic theory and language sciences using a range of approaches and methodologies to give students the opportunity to acquire expertise in the domain of their specific research interests to provide the foundation for continuation to PhD research to offer the opportunity to participate in the research culture within and beyond the Faculty, for example within the Cambridge Language Sciences community, by attending and contributing to postgraduate seminars and reading groups to develop the research skills required to conduct independent research such as: computational and corpus-based methods, statistics, on-line and lab-based behavioural experimental methods, eye-tracking, electroencephalography (EEG), phonetics and speech sciences skills Learning Outcomes By the end of the programme students will have developed:
a deeper knowledge and understanding of linguistic theories and problems addressed in cutting-edge research in linguistics, language sciences and related areas; the skill of critically assessing current research and methods in linguistics, language sciences and related areas; the methodological and other technical skills necessary for research in their chosen area; improved presentation skills through presenting their research in progress; the skills and confidence to engage in scholarly debate. These outcomes are achieved through participation in lectures, research seminars, individual supervisions, and additionally through subject reading groups, discussion groups and meetings of scholarly societies.
In addition to these subject-specific skills, the following general transferable skills are also acquired:
General transferrable skills:
The relatively intense timetable of the MPhil demands that students develop exemplary time-management skills. They work in collaboration with their supervisors to devise appropriate plans of study, and have to ensure that they meet all deadlines, formal and informal. The compulsory Research Methods course includes transferable skills, such as how to organise writing, how to formulate research questions appropriate to different methodologies, and general problem-solving skills. Students are expected to make regular presentations in seminar situations. This develops their oral presentation skills, as does the Oral Presentation at the end of the Lent Term. Written work is required to be concise, cogent, appropriately structured, and to adhere strictly to word limits, as in most areas of professional activity. Continuing To continue to a PhD in the Faculty, students must apply through the University's admission processes, considering funding and application deadlines. Readmission is not automatic, and each application is considered on its own merits. For those applying to continue from the MPhil by Advanced Study to a PhD, the minimum academic standard is an overall distinction on the MPhil.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country. Courses are highly competitive, and a first-class honours degree is required, although a high 2.i honours degree will be considered under exceptional circumstances. Beginners in linguistics are advised not to apply. Although the MPhil by Advanced Study contains a taught component in the first term of the course, it is intended for students who already have an extensive background in Linguistics. It is not intended as a conversion course. Occasionally, students with a degree in a neighbouring discipline (for example, psychology, philosophy or education) are considered for acceptance, but they have to demonstrate familiarity with concepts, problems, and theories in theoretical and applied linguistics that puts them on par with other applicants. Although admissions interviews are generally not held, an interview will be held prior to recommending an offer of admission in some cases. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |
The course aims:
to give students with a strong background in Linguistics, Language Sciences or Computational Linguistics the opportunity to experience the kind of independent, focused research they would pursue in a PhD to provide foundations for continuation to PhD research to offer the opportunity to participate in research culture within and beyond the Faculty by attending and contributing to postgraduate seminars and reading groups to further develop research skills required to conduct independent research such as: computational and corpus-based methods, statistics, on-line and lab-based behavioural experimental methods, eye tracking, electroencephalography (EEG), phonetics and speech sciences skills. machine learning Learning Outcomes By the end of the programme, students will have:
developed a deeper knowledge and understanding of linguistic theories and problems addressed in cutting-edge research in theoretical linguistics and the language sciences or computational linguistics.
developed the skill of critically assessing current research and methods in these areas
acquired the methodological and other technical skills necessary for research in their chosen area
improved their presentation skills by presenting their research in progress
acquired the skills and confidence to engage in scholarly debate
managed a sizeable research project (culminating in a 30,000-word thesis), showing preparedness for conducting longer research projects (in particular a PhD)
In addition to these subject-specific skills, the following general transferable skills are also acquired.
General transferable skills:
The MPhil by Thesis, with its focus on independent scholarly enquiry, demands that students develop exemplary organisational and time-management skills. They work in collaboration with their supervisors to devise an appropriate research plan, including research questions, methodology, and timetable. They have to demonstrate originality and initiative in pursuing their line of enquiry and ensure that they meet all formal and informal deadlines.
The compulsory research methods course includes transferable skills, such as how to organise writing, how to formulate research questions appropriate to different methodologies, and general problem-solving skills. Written work is required to be concise, cogent, appropriately structured, and to adhere strictly to word limits, as in most areas of activity.
Students will be expected to give an oral presentation on their thesis, and they may also be asked to present material during seminars they have chosen. This develops their oral presentation skills and prepares them for academic activities such as presenting conference papers.
Continuing Students wishing to progress to PhD study will be required to pass the MPhil, but over and above this requirement, they must demonstrate their suitability to undertake doctoral-level research.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country. Courses are highly competitive, and a first-class honours degree is required, although a high 2.i honours degree will be considered under exceptional circumstances. The MPhil by Thesis is for students whose knowledge of linguistics is already substantial, and who already have advanced knowledge in the area they wish to research for their thesis. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed. If an applicant is deemed unsuitable for the MPhil by Thesis Course, it is possible they may be offered a place on the MPhil by Advanced Study. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |
The course aims:
to give students with a strong background in Linguistics, Language Sciences or Computational Linguistics the opportunity to experience the kind of independent, focused research they would pursue in a PhD to provide foundations for continuation to PhD research to offer the opportunity to participate in research culture within and beyond the Faculty by attending and contributing to postgraduate seminars and reading groups to further develop research skills required to conduct independent research such as: computational and corpus-based methods, statistics, on-line and lab-based behavioural experimental methods, eye tracking, electroencephalography (EEG), phonetics and speech sciences skills. machine learning Learning Outcomes By the end of the programme, students will have:
developed a deeper knowledge and understanding of linguistic theories and problems addressed in cutting-edge research in theoretical linguistics and the language sciences or computational linguistics.
developed the skill of critically assessing current research and methods in these areas
acquired the methodological and other technical skills necessary for research in their chosen area
improved their presentation skills by presenting their research in progress
acquired the skills and confidence to engage in scholarly debate
managed a sizeable research project (culminating in a 30,000-word thesis), showing preparedness for conducting longer research projects (in particular a PhD)
In addition to these subject-specific skills, the following general transferable skills are also acquired.
General transferable skills:
The MPhil by Thesis, with its focus on independent scholarly enquiry, demands that students develop exemplary organisational and time-management skills. They work in collaboration with their supervisors to devise an appropriate research plan, including research questions, methodology, and timetable. They have to demonstrate originality and initiative in pursuing their line of enquiry and ensure that they meet all formal and informal deadlines.
The compulsory research methods course includes transferable skills, such as how to organise writing, how to formulate research questions appropriate to different methodologies, and general problem-solving skills. Written work is required to be concise, cogent, appropriately structured, and to adhere strictly to word limits, as in most areas of activity.
Students will be expected to give an oral presentation on their thesis, and they may also be asked to present material during seminars they have chosen. This develops their oral presentation skills and prepares them for academic activities such as presenting conference papers.
Continuing Students wishing to progress to PhD study will be required to pass the MPhil, but over and above this requirement, they must demonstrate their suitability to undertake doctoral-level research.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country. Courses are highly competitive, and a first-class honours degree is required, although a high 2.i honours degree will be considered under exceptional circumstances. The MPhil by Thesis is for students whose knowledge of linguistics is already substantial, and who already have advanced knowledge in the area they wish to research for their thesis. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed. If an applicant is deemed unsuitable for the MPhil by Thesis Course, it is possible they may be offered a place on the MPhil by Advanced Study. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |
The MPhil by Thesis is offered by the Linguistics Section within the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics (MMLL) as a full-time or part-time research period. It introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge.
The full-time course runs from October to June, with a submission date of early June.
It is also possible to take a part-time route. The expected timeframe would be 21 months, with a thesis submission date of early June in the second academic year of study.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country. Courses are highly competitive, and a first-class honours degree is required, although a high 2.i honours degree will be considered under exceptional circumstances. The MPhil by Thesis is for students whose knowledge of linguistics is already substantial, and who already have advanced knowledge in the area they wish to research for their thesis. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed. If an applicant is deemed unsuitable for the MPhil by Thesis Course, it is possible they may be offered a place on the MPhil by Advanced Study. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |
The MPhil by Thesis is offered by the Linguistics Section within the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics (MMLL) as a full-time or part-time research period. It introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge.
The full-time course runs from October to June, with a submission date of early June.
It is also possible to take a part-time route. The expected timeframe would be 21 months, with a thesis submission date of early June in the second academic year of study.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree. If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country. Courses are highly competitive, and a first-class honours degree is required, although a high 2.i honours degree will be considered under exceptional circumstances. The MPhil by Thesis is for students whose knowledge of linguistics is already substantial, and who already have advanced knowledge in the area they wish to research for their thesis. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed. If an applicant is deemed unsuitable for the MPhil by Thesis Course, it is possible they may be offered a place on the MPhil by Advanced Study. |
| Location | Cambridge University The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge CB2 1TN |