Linguistics (MSc)

at University of Edinburgh

If you do not have a background in linguistics you will be required to take the following core courses:

• Introduction to Phonology
• Introduction to Language Research
• Introduction to Syntax
   

If you have a background in linguistics, you may be exempted from any or all of the courses at the Programme Director’s discretion.
 

You will also choose, under the guidance of the Programme Director, additional course options from an approved list of courses.
 

In total, you will take 120 credits of courses. It is possible to take up to 20 credits of MSc Philosophy and Psychology courses, subject to the Programme Director’s approval.

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in theoretical linguistics, applied linguistics, modern languages, English language, cognitive science or psychology.
 

English language requirements

You must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies, regardless of your nationality or country of residence.
 

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified*:

• IELTS Academic: total 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component.
• TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
• C1 Advanced (CAE) / C2 Proficiency (CPE): total 176 with at least 169 in each component.
• Trinity ISE: ISE II with distinctions in all four components.
• PTE Academic: total 62 with at least 59 in each component.
• Your English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the programme you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS, TOEFL, Trinity ISE or PTE, in which case it must be no more than two years old.

International/EU    
£26,300    
 

International full-time student fees
 

If you are an Overseas/International taught student studying full-time over multiple years, you will:

• not be affected by the annual tuition fee increase
• be charged a fixed annual fee based on your start date

This MSc can lead to a variety of career options depending upon your chosen focus.