MA Language and Linguistics at Lancaster University

Are you interested in the way language works – its structure and organisation, its connection with mind and society, and how it influences human behaviour? Our MA in Language and Linguistics addresses contemporary questions concerning the nature of language and the increasingly prominent role it plays in shaping the world around us. Our flexible programme provides a solid grounding in core elements of linguistic theory while allowing you to explore frontier topics and cutting-edge methods across a range of contexts where language matters.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: Full time 1 year, Part time 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Theories of Language, Linguistics Dissertation.

Career pathways

On successful completion of this programme, you’ll have gained in-depth knowledge and understanding of language as well as advanced practical and technical skills for analysing language in a variety of settings and from a variety of perspectives. You’ll also have gained a range of transferrable skills in critical thinking, written and verbal communication and data management and analysis.

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