MSc Language Sciences at University of Reading

Programme overview

A flexible master's for graduates and professionals in language-related careers who want specialised knowledge in the language sciences. It builds on linguistics and psycholinguistics with training in the neuroscience of language, language development and disorders, and multilingualism. Students can use eye-tracking, EEG and MRI facilities and do a research placement in a laboratory.

Department: School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Language Acquisition and Processing, Foundations of Linguistics, Phonetics and Phonology, Neuroscience of Language, Research and Dissertation, Introduction to Speech and Language Pathology, and Multilingualism and Impairment across the Lifespan. Options include Language and Communication in Genetic Conditions, Clinical Phonetics and Phonology, Theories and Models about the Brain, Gathering Data for Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience and a Placement.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates in linguistics, speech and language therapy, psychology, cognitive (neuro)science, education and allied disciplines for research-related careers and PhD study in the language sciences; also suits professionals already working in speech and language.

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Entry requirements

Normally a good second class honours degree (57% or above, with 2.1 marks in Research Methods and project/dissertation modules), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a field such as linguistics, psychology, cognitive (neuro)science, speech and language therapy or education. Other subjects are considered case by case; applicants narrowly missing the requirement (for example a high 2:2) may be considered on relevant experience or expertise. International applicants: IELTS 7.0 overall with no element below 6.5 (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,600 a year (2027/28). Full-time; part-time over two years charged at 50% of the annual fee each year. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,850 a year (2027/28). Full-time; part-time over two years charged at 50% of the annual fee each year. Source

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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