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Study Details:
This is a unique and fascinating interdisciplinary programme which focuses on the treatment of language as a dynamic evolving system, bringing together origins, acquisition and change.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in linguistics, psychology, cognitive science, computer science or biology.
Entrance to this programme is competitive. You can increase your chances of a successful application by exceeding the minimum programme requirements.
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The compulsory methods courses are:
Online Experiments for Language Scientists
Quantitative Methods for Linguistics and English Language
Research Ethics Training in Linguistics and English Language
In addition, you will study at least one of these courses on language evolution:
Origins and Evolution of Language
Simulating Language
Universals of Language
Option courses
The option courses offer you the opportunity to explore areas of your interest.
Examples of option courses are:
First Language Acquisition
Cognitive Linguistics
Historical Linguistics
Language Variation and Change
Seminar in Cognitive Modelling
Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics
Introduction to Phonology and Phonetics
Introduction to Syntax
You may also take any other course available to MSc students, subject to approval from the Programme Director.
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