The MA in English Linguistics is a programme that provides an in-depth understanding of the English language in its structures, history, and varieties. It also teaches advanced academic, research, and presentation skills and contains options for studies abroad and internships. Reflecting the department's internationally renowned research orientation, the programme includes a focus and modules on variationist linguistics and varieties of English, including language evolution, language contact, and multilingualism.
The duration of the programme is four semesters, during which 120 credits must be achieved in ten modules. These credits come from successfully concluded courses and modules, a Master's thesis, and a practical component. PDF Download
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An above-average first academic degree earned in a programme with components relevant / related to English Linguistics – usually a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or equivalent or higher Applicants must also demonstrate solid academic grounding and interest proven by a linguistic work sample.
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An above-average first academic degree earned in a programme with components relevant / related to English Linguistics – usually a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or equivalent or higher Applicants must also demonstrate solid academic grounding and interest proven by a linguistic work sample. English: E.G. TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III PTE Academic: 76 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 7.
The programme runs about 24 months full-time.
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