
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the MA Language and Linguistics at Cardiff University. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Master the skills of linguistic analysis in a flexible programme taught by leading experts in the field. Set in the internationally respected Centre for Language and Communication Research, our MA in Language and Linguistics delivers solid training in linguistic research methods and applications, plus the freedom to tailor the programme around your research interests and career ambitions. You’ll have the option to choose modules that will allow you to specialise in applied linguistics, sociocultural linguistics or linguistic research methods. Over the course of your degree, you’ll expl... A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as English language, English language & literature (combined), linguistics, modern languages, or an equivalent international degree |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 76 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
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Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Cardiff University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £24,000 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
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