MA Linguistics

The MA Linguistics course offered by the University of Essex is a master’s programme that provides a thorough grounding in advanced linguistics, including phonetics and phonology, syntax, as well as semantics and pragmatics. This course has a flexible structure, allowing students to shape their studies to suit their own interests, and is beneficial for those interested in a future in research or a career within fields such as education, languages, cognitive psychology, anthropology, artificial intelligence, and communication sciences.Course Content: The MA Linguistics course offers education through modules that deliver a deep understanding of theoretical and applied linguistics. Students are exposed to intensive training in research methods and skills related to linguistics.Key Modules: Some notable modules include ‘The Nature of Explanation in Linguistics’, ‘Using Corpora: Theory and Practice’, ‘Intercultural Communication and Interaction’, 'Experimental Designs in Psycho Linguistics', and ‘Morphological Theory and Analysis'.Future Careers: Successful completion of the MA linguistics course can lead to a variety of careers. Graduates have gone onto employment opportunities that range from military intelligence and marketing, to language therapy and teaching. The course also equips students with the skills required to pursue a PhD in linguistics.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.