Linguistics
The University of EdinburghLinguistics MA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £26,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is AAB.
A-Level Entry
AAB
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£26,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Linguistics explores how language works. It describes how we create meaning through:
* sounds
* words
* sentences
* conversations
It also studies:
* the uses of language in everyday life
* ways in which language varies across society and evolves over time
* how language is mastered by children
Linguistics has a long history at the University of Edinburgh, and our teaching staff have an excellent reputation for research in this area.
Linguistics is a new subject for nearly all undergraduates, so you will not need any prior knowledge at the beginning of the programme.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Computer science, English language
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £26,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ