On this flexible programme, you will study in the UK’s top department for linguistic research. You can select a pathway that suits your research and career plans. Our Linguistics MA also has a Research Practicum option, where you can take a placement with one of our staff. You’ll gain practical experience in conducting linguistics research. In addition to your dissertation, you can work as a research assistant on one of our research projects.
An upper second class in a taught postgraduate degree with a significant linguistics component, or a first class honours undergraduate linguistics degree.
A compelling PhD proposal that is an excellent fit for the research interests and expertise of our staff is also required.
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There are a number of ways you can fund your postgraduate degree.
Our Advice and Counselling service offers specialist support on financial issues, which you can access as soon as you apply for a place at Queen Mary. Before you apply, you can access our funding guides and advice on managing your money:
This course is designed to give you an excellent preparation for doctoral study. You’ll attend our interdisciplinary training workshops throughout the year, which will provide specialist linguistics training, as well as guidance on how to write journal articles, research ethics and knowledge transfer in general.
Our MRes programme is linked to our accredited Economics and Social Research Council (ESRC) Doctoral Training Centre, run in partnership with King’s College London (KCL), so we have excellent links if you want to pursue PhD research.
We also provide you with a superb professional network: our MRes cohort form close links during and after their degree. You’re part of our community and even after graduation, you’ll still be invited to our events and networking opportunities.
Compulsory/Core modules
Compulsory/Core Elective modules
Elective modules
Postgraduate Opportunities at Queen Mary University of London Masters and Taught Courses in East London. Are you are coming to the end of your underg...