36 monthsProgramme duration
24,400 GBPTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Linguistics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
As a postgraduate researcher in linguistics, you'll carry out a major research project working with supervisors who are experts in your field.
Newcastle University is one of the largest centres for linguistic research in Europe. This gives you the unique opportunity to learn a wide range of methodologies as part of our Linguistics course. You will be exposed to diverse theoretical perspectives, which will enrich your own research.
Linguistics is split across three Schools:
- School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics
- School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
- School of Modern Languages
Our supervisors' current research interests, projects and publications are available from our staff profiles in each of these Schools.
Research centres and institutes
Our links with research centres and institutes provide opportunities for collaboration and cross-disciplinary seminars and interest groups. Our most important connections are with:
- Centre for Children and Youth
- Centre for Research in Learning and Teaching
- Centre for Behaviour and Evolution
Programme overview
Main Subject
Linguistics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
As a postgraduate researcher in linguistics, you'll carry out a major research project working with supervisors who are experts in your field.
Newcastle University is one of the largest centres for linguistic research in Europe. This gives you the unique opportunity to learn a wide range of methodologies as part of our Linguistics course. You will be exposed to diverse theoretical perspectives, which will enrich your own research.
Linguistics is split across three Schools:
- School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics
- School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
- School of Modern Languages
Our supervisors' current research interests, projects and publications are available from our staff profiles in each of these Schools.
Research centres and institutes
Our links with research centres and institutes provide opportunities for collaboration and cross-disciplinary seminars and interest groups. Our most important connections are with:
- Centre for Children and Youth
- Centre for Research in Learning and Teaching
- Centre for Behaviour and Evolution
Admission Requirements
A 2:1 honours degree or above, or international equivalent. We also usually expect a master’s degree, or international equivalent, at merit or above in a related field.
We especially encourage applications from students who feel they may face specific barriers in accessing higher education or who belong to groups who are under-represented in UK Higher Education. These include, but are not limited to, first-generation students, applicants from minoritised ethnic groups, applicants returning to full-time education after a break, applicants with caring responsibilities, or applicants with disabilities. The School is committed to supporting you. If you would like to discuss how we can do so, please contact [email protected].
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