Linguistics and English Language

Course Overview

The MA (Hons) Linguistics and English Language at The University of Edinburgh is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Linguistics Linguistics explores how language works. It describes how we create meaning through: * sounds * words * sentences * conversations It also studies: * the uses of language in everyday life * ways in which language varies across society and evolves over time * how language is mastered by children Linguistics has a long history at the University of Edinburgh, and our teaching staff have an excellent reputation for research in this area. English Language Using techniques from modern linguistics, you will analyse the structure of written and spoken English ... International tuition fees are £29,600 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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Graduate Outcomes

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