PhD in Linguistics 48 months PHD Programme By University of Jordan |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Linguistics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Background to the Program and Subject Area:


The program provides specialized knowledge in Theoretical Linguistics (Phonology, Semantics, Syntax, ‎etc.), Applied Linguistics (Sociolinguistics, Psycholinguistics, Discourse analysis, etc.), and methods of ‎research in linguistics. Teaching, media, banks and companies, and translation are some of the job ‎opportunities available for students after graduation. ‎

           

Vision Statements of the Program:


The PhD in Linguistics Program aims to mentor students into researching fields of bilingualism, ‎languages in contact, language acquisition, language variation, sociolinguistics, and the sociology of ‎language. It provides students with the opportunity to study and to participate in research in a ‎linguistically rich setting.  ‎


Mission Statements of the Program:


The mission of the PhD Program in Linguistics is to inspire students to acquire and practice critical ‎thinking skills, capability to explore potentials of linguistic analysis and the study of linguistic ‎competence, including course work in phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, language and ‎cognition, etc. Students are trained to develop an original thesis and researchable project. ‎


Program Aims:


‎1.‎  Supplying the local regional market with qualified PhD holders in linguistics.‎


‎2.‎  Attracting student fellows from public and private universities in Jordan and the Arab World.‎


‎3.‎  Reducing the high costs and expenses of scholarships, especially if the program succeeds in ‎developing a partnership with a university.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Linguistics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Background to the Program and Subject Area:


The program provides specialized knowledge in Theoretical Linguistics (Phonology, Semantics, Syntax, ‎etc.), Applied Linguistics (Sociolinguistics, Psycholinguistics, Discourse analysis, etc.), and methods of ‎research in linguistics. Teaching, media, banks and companies, and translation are some of the job ‎opportunities available for students after graduation. ‎

           

Vision Statements of the Program:


The PhD in Linguistics Program aims to mentor students into researching fields of bilingualism, ‎languages in contact, language acquisition, language variation, sociolinguistics, and the sociology of ‎language. It provides students with the opportunity to study and to participate in research in a ‎linguistically rich setting.  ‎


Mission Statements of the Program:


The mission of the PhD Program in Linguistics is to inspire students to acquire and practice critical ‎thinking skills, capability to explore potentials of linguistic analysis and the study of linguistic ‎competence, including course work in phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, language and ‎cognition, etc. Students are trained to develop an original thesis and researchable project. ‎


Program Aims:


‎1.‎  Supplying the local regional market with qualified PhD holders in linguistics.‎


‎2.‎  Attracting student fellows from public and private universities in Jordan and the Arab World.‎


‎3.‎  Reducing the high costs and expenses of scholarships, especially if the program succeeds in ‎developing a partnership with a university.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
90+

Required Scores of English Language Tests


Please note that applicants who have graduated from an English-speaking country are exempt

from the English exam requirement.


IBT - 90  AMIDEAST  (Jordan only)


IELTS - 6.5 British Council (Jordan only)



Required Documents:


After checking your eligibility for the program, your electronic application at the next step must include the following documents compiled into a single PDF file (with a size of less than 6 MB):



1.  A copy of the General Secondary Certificate (high school or Tawjihi).


2.  A copy of the bachelor's degree certificate is required for master's students. For doctoral students, a copy of the master's degree certificate with a rating of at least 'Good' is required.


3.  Transcripts for all academic years of the bachelor's degree for master's students, and transcripts for all academic years of both the bachelor's and master's degree for doctoral students.


4. The grading system used by the student's university (for graduates of non-Jordanian universities).


5. A personal photograph.


6.  A copy of the passport.


4 Years
Feb
Oct

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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