386 Master's Programs in Linguistics in Europe

Specializations within linguistics

Top universities for Linguistics in Europe

Ranked by how many linguistics programs each one runs in Europe — the count is next to the name.

• SOAS University of London (15)
• Vrije Universiteit Brussel (14)
• Newcastle University (13)
• Heidelberg University (11)
• Université Sorbonne Nouvelle (9)
• University of York (9)
• Uppsala University (9)
• Università degli Studi di Udine (8)
• Université de Lille (8)
• Leiden University (7)

January intake in Europe

3 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Open Language Programme — London Metropolitan University · starts Jan 2027
• Master in MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL — University of Portsmouth · starts Jan 2027
• Master in MA Applied Linguistics — Manchester Metropolitan University · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in Linguistics in Europe: common questions

How many linguistics programs are there in Europe?

386 linguistics masters programs at 147 universities in Europe are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a linguistics degree in Europe cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in linguistics in Europe is 4,001 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 280 USD and 23,477 USD a year.

Can I study linguistics in Europe in English?

Yes — 71% of the linguistics programs in Europe in our catalog are taught in English (275 of 386).

Are any of these linguistics programs available online?

6 of the 386 programs in Europe are delivered online or by distance learning.