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LINGUISTICS WITH ASPECIALISATION INPHONOLOGY MA /2018/19 ENTRY

Linguistics with a specialisation in PhonologyMA /

The Linguistics MA with a specialisation inPhonology is a research-oriented programmedesigned for students looking for concentratedstudy in phonology, with a focus on theoreticallydriven empirical research. Students will usetypological comparison, data collection,experimental methods, or modelling techniquesand will receive extensive training in researchmethods and the scholarly presentation of ideas.

 Degree summary 

Students gain knowledge and understanding of current research inphonology and are prepared for independent research. On completionof the programme, they will be able to formulate appropriate researchquestions, find and evaluate relevant literature, develop and test newhypotheses, and produce cogent, structured and professionallypresented reports.

// The UCL Division of Psychology & Language Sciences undertakesworld-leading research and teaching in mind, behaviour andlanguage.

// Our work attracts staff and students from around the world. Togetherthey create an outstanding and vibrant environment, takingadvantage of cutting-edge resources such as a behaviouralneuroscience laboratory, a centre for brain imaging, and extensivelaboratories for research in speech and language, perception, andcognition.

// Our world-class research is characterised by a tight integration oftheoretical and experimental work spanning the full width of thelinguistic enterprise and forms the bedrock of the department’seminent reputation which is also reflected in other markers ofexcellence such as its editorial involvement with top journals in thefield.

The teaching and assessment of this programme is stronglyresearch-oriented. It is delivered through a combination of lectures,small-group teaching and a virtual learning environment. Some modulesalso involve workshops or practical classes. Assessment is throughtake-home and unseen examination, essays, presentations, assignmentsand the dissertation.

 Degree structure 

Mode: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years

Location: London, Bloomsbury

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. The programmeconsists of five pathway modules (75 credits), three optional modules(45 credits) and a dissertation/report (60 credits).

PATHWAY MODULES

// Students select three from the list below:

// Intermediate Phonetics and Phonology A

// Intermediate Phonetics and Phonology B

// Advanced Phonology Theory A

// Advanced Phonology Theory B

// In conjunction with the Programme Co-ordinator, students select two from a list whichincludes the following:

// Phonetic Theory

// Phonology of English

OPTIONAL MODULES

// A further three modules are selected, either from the list of non-compulsory coremodules above or from the list of optional modules below:

// Advanced Semantic Theory

// Advanced Semantic Theory B

// Animal Communication and the Human Language

// Communication and Human Language

// Interfaces

// Issues in Pragmatics

// Language Acquisition

// Neurolinguistics

// Pragmatic Theory

// Semantic-Pragmatic Development

// Semantics Research Seminar

// Sociolinguistics

// Stuttering

// The Linguistics of Sign Languages

// Students may also take any statistical training outside the department. Further detailsare available at www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/current-students/masters/linguistics-options-pgt.

DISSERTATION/REPORT

// All students undertake an independent research project which culminates in adissertation of 10,000 words.

 Your career 

Although the degree can be an end in itself, this advanced programmeis an excellent preparation for independent doctoral research inphonology. Graduates from our specialised Master's programmes inlinguistics have a very strong track record of securing funded doctoralstudentships and have in recent years gone on to research at UCL, MIT,Cambridge, University of Massachusetts in Amherst, and the UniversitatAutonoma de Barcelona.

Employability

This Linguistics MA equips graduates with the necessary skills to carryout research in the subject of phonology.

 Entry requirements 

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from aUK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard isrequired.

English language proficiency level

If your education has not been conducted in the English language, youwill be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level ofEnglish proficiency.

The level of English language proficiency for this programme is: Good.

Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications andtest providers is provided at:www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/english-requirements

 Your application 

Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competitionfor places. Those applying for scholarship funding (particularly overseasapplicants) should take note of application deadlines.

When we assess your application we would like to learn:

// why you want to study Linguistics with a specialisation in Phonologyat graduate level

// why you want to study Linguistics with a specialisation in Phonologyat UCL

// what particularly attracts you to the chosen programme

// how your academic and professional background meets thedemands of this rigorous programme

// where you would like to go professionally with your degree

Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statementis your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to thisprogramme match what the programme will deliver.

Application fee: There is an application processing fee for thisprogramme of £75 for online applications and £100 for paperapplications. More details about the application fee can be found atwww.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught/application.

FEES AND FUNDING 2018/19 ENTRY

// UK: £10,140 (FT), £5,060 (PT)

// EU: £10,140 (FT), £5,060 (PT)

// Overseas: £19,580 (FT), £9,850 (PT)

The tuition fees shown are for the year indicated above. Fees forsubsequent years may increase or otherwise vary. Furtherinformation on fee status, fee increases and the fee schedule can beviewed on the UCL Current Students website.

Full details of funding opportunities can be found on the UCLScholarships website: www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships

APPLICATION DEADLINE

All applicants: 27 July 2018

Details on how to apply are available on the website at:www.ucl.ac.uk/graduate/apply

CONTACT

Mrs Pia Horbacki, Teaching & Learning Team Manager

Email: enquiries-linguistics@pals.ucl.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0)20 7679 4224

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