Newcastle University

Master in Linguistics and English Language

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom 1 year Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee

About Master in Linguistics and English Language

Tuition fees are 35,353 USD per year.

Language is at the heart of human interaction, culture and cognition. The MA in Linguistics and English Language is an intellectually rigorous and flexible programme, exploring how language works, how it is acquired and how it shapes identity and society. **A flexible programme structure with a choice of pathways** This Linguistics and English Language MA offers a flexible, interdisciplinary structure. You can choose from a wide range of modules from the School of English Language, Literature and Linguistics, and where appropriate, modules from other subject areas across the University. It includes two specialist taught pathways, enabling you to focus on areas that best match your academic interests and career goals. You may develop expertise in one of the following specialist pathways, depending on your academic interests: - English Language - Language Acquisition The pathways allow you to focus on your area of particular interest. You may explore topics such as: - phonetics and phonology - syntax, semantics and pragmatics - sociolinguistics - psycholinguistics - child language acquisition - second language acquisition - lexical innovation - historical linguistics This programme is ideal for students who wish to develop advanced theoretical knowledge, strong analytical skills and hands-on research experience in linguistics and English language studies. How to apply

About Newcastle University

Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom, is a research-led institution with a large and diverse student community. The university combines strong academic programs across sciences, humanities, engineering and health with active research centers and partnerships. International students are well represented on campus, which promotes a global learning environment and a broad range of student services to support academic success and personal development.

Students at Newcastle benefit from modern facilities, industry connections and opportunities for practical learning through placements and research projects. The university emphasizes employability and supports career preparation with dedicated services, internships and links to regional and national employers. Academic staff work closely with students to foster applied skills, critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Newcastle upon Tyne offers an energetic city life, affordable living compared with larger UK cities and excellent transport links to the rest of the country. International students can enjoy cultural events, a welcoming local community and opportunities for part-time work and volunteering. For those seeking a research-active university with strong student support and clear pathways into professional life, Newcastle University is a compelling choice.

English Test Requirement

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

Master in Linguistics and English Language: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Master in Linguistics and English Language?
Tuition: USD 35,352.67 per year.
Is Master in Linguistics and English Language available online?
This is an on-campus program at Newcastle University in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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