This programme offers you the opportunity to focus in detail on a chosen area of the subject, while still being able to take some taught courses. It is intended for those who already have a good background in linguistics, typically from undergraduate study.
**Research ranking**
Linguistics & English Language at Edinburgh is rated 3rd in the UK by Times Higher Education for the quality and breadth of the research using the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).
**Who is this programme for?**
This is one of two MSc by Research programmes o...
This programme offers you the opportunity to focus in detail on a chosen area of the subject, while still being able to take some taught courses. It is intended for those who already have a good background in linguistics, typically from undergraduate study.<br/><br/>**Research ranking**<br/><br/>Linguistics & English Language at Edinburgh is rated 3rd in the UK by Times Higher Education for the quality and breadth of the research using the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).<br/><br/>**Who is this programme for?**<br/><br/>This is one of two MSc by Research programmes offered in Linguistics & English Language. You should choose this programme if you wish to specialise in an area of linguistics within our research area.<br/><br/>See the MScR English Language programme if you wish to specialise in an area of English language or English linguistics.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Central area campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
Unknown
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Unknown
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