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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Linguistics at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Linguistics is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Faculty of Arts (School of Languages, Linguistics, Literature and Cultures). The Linguistics Graduate Program is offered through the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures. The norm is full-time study, but part-time study may also be arranged.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: School of Languages, Linguistics, Literature and Cultures  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements and Faculty of Arts requirements, the Linguistics Graduate Program requires: a) Completion of 18 units in Linguistics beyond the MA, including LING611 and LING613. Course requirements are normally completed during the first two years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

ca/future-students/graduate/explore-programs/linguistics-doctor-philosophy-thesis-based In addition to the admission requirements of the Faculties of Graduate Studies and Arts, the Linguistic program requires: a) A Master’s degree in linguistics, or a Master’s degree in a related field with significant training in linguistics at the graduate level, normally including at least one graduate course in syntax and one graduate course in phonology, with a minimum grade point average of 3.40 on a four-point scale. b) A statement of purpose specifying the applicant’s research interests and reasons for wishing to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Calgary. c) A sample of previous work in linguistics or a related field (e.g., a seminar paper or Master of Arts thesis). d) Three reference letters.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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