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MA Linguistics at University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania, United States

Programme overview

The Master's degree provides a grounding in the core areas of linguistic theory, supplemented by courses chosen according to the student's specific interests. The Graduate Group in Linguistics does not provide fellowships for pursuit of a master's degree, so students must bring funding from another source. Applications are considered only from applicants who demonstrate the appropriate academic background as well as interests that match the research pursued at Penn, which can be determined by investigating the current work of the faculty and students.

Duration: 8 course units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States

What you will study

Requires 8 course units in total. Listed required courses include LING 5310 Phonology I; LING 5510 Syntax I.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are considered only from applicants who demonstrate the appropriate academic background as well as interests that match the research pursued at Penn, which can be determined by investigating the current work of the faculty and students.

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