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University of Kent: Linguistics
| Institution | University of Kent View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of European Culture and Languages |
| Web | www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MA in Linguistics at Kent offers an excellent opportunity to explore the broad spectrum of linguistics and its sub-disciplines.
The programme is designed for graduates with a background in language and related areas (for example, English, Modern or Classical Languages, Linguistics, Psychology, Anthropology), looking to explore the theory and methodology of linguistics in-depth, from the study of sound (phonetics and phonology) to the study of words (morphology), sentences (syntax) and meaning (semantics and pragmatics). It draws upon the considerable expertise of staff in the Department of English Language & Linguistics.
Students choose four modules each in the Autumn and Spring terms, including core modules on Sounds, Structure, and Meaning, supplemented with options on, for example, psycholinguistics, language acquisition, language learning and teaching, sociolinguistics and stylistics, , which allow studentsto develop areas of interest, and engage with aspects of their chosen discipline which are informed by the latest research and scholarship. They then complete a research dissertation of up to 15,000 words over the summer.
The programme is ideal for those with a keen interest in language in the broadest sense, and a willingness to explore theories of language critically. The programme also offers a smooth transition to doctoral work for those who wish to pursue their studies further.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A first or upper-second class honours degree in a relevant subject or equivalent. International applicants for whom English is not their first language must have IELTS overall 7.0 with at least 6.0 for each component. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, and professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
| Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A first or upper-second class honours degree in a relevant subject or equivalent. International applicants for whom English is not their first language must have IELTS overall 7.0 with at least 6.0 for each component. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, and professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications. |
| Location | Canterbury campus University of Kent Canterbury CT2 7NZ |
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