48 monthsProgramme duration
Feb, OctStarting Month
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
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.
- 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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