English Language and/or Linguistics MLitt is a postgraduate degree at Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 12 months.
About this course
Our research Master's in English Language and/or Linguistics is largely based on your own research interests. We'll prepare you for further research within and beyond academia. You'll be fully supported by experts situated in one of the largest centres for linguistics research in Europe.
The individually tailored course contains some taught modules. It mostly consists of smaller, independently conducted research assignments and a larger research dissertation at the end. The topics are chosen by you, in consultation with your supervisor.
Linguistics and Applied Linguistics is split across three Schools:
- School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
- School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics
- School of Modern Languages
We offer supervision in the following areas:
- Linguistic Theory
- Language Variation and change
- Language evolution, acquisition and development
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 12 Months
Qualification: MLitt
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration: 24 Months
Qualification: MLitt
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
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Course Details
- Qualification
- MLitt
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 12 Months
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ