Master of Linguistics
A postgraduate programme in the scientific study of language, from phonetics, grammar and meaning to sociolinguistics and language acquisition.
Programme overview
The Master of Linguistics is a postgraduate programme in the scientific study of human language. Students examine how sounds, words and sentences are structured, how meaning is created in context, and how language varies across speakers, communities and time.
The programme combines core linguistic theory with practical analysis of real language data. Students also explore how people acquire first and additional languages, how language connects with identity and society, and how linguistic knowledge supports teaching, translation, language technology and research.
What you’ll study
01Core linguistics
Students study the structure of language at each level, from individual sounds to whole texts.
- Phonetics and phonology
- Morphology and syntax
- Semantics and pragmatics
- Discourse and text analysis
02Language in society and the mind
The programme links linguistic structure with how people learn, use and change language.
- Sociolinguistics and language variation
- First and second language acquisition
- Psycholinguistics
- Historical linguistics and language change
03Applied linguistics and research
Students apply linguistic methods to practical questions and complete a supervised research project.
- Language teaching and assessment
- Corpus linguistics and language technology
- Translation and intercultural communication
- Research methods and dissertation
Tools & learning resources
- Build a strong foundation in the core areas of linguistic theory
- Develop skills in collecting, describing and analysing language data
- Understand how language varies and changes across communities and contexts
- Apply linguistic knowledge in education, communication and technology
- Prepare an independent research project in an area of specialism
Career opportunities after graduation
- Applied Linguist
- Language Teacher or Teacher Trainer
- Curriculum and Materials Developer
- Language Assessment Specialist
- Translator or Localisation Specialist
- Computational Linguistics Assistant
- Language Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher in Linguistics
Who can apply?
Admissions will review your academic background and the requirements for your chosen route.
Plan your academic pathway
Discuss your existing qualifications, academic transcripts and preferred study destination. Admissions will confirm the awarding institution, entry criteria, delivery, duration and any credit transfer before you apply.