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University of Glasgow · Glasgow, United Kingdom

English Language & Linguistics [PhD/MLitt (Research)/MPhil (Research)/MRes]

Doctoral · Social

English Language & Linguistics [PhD/MLitt (Research)/MPhil (Research)/MRes]

University of Glasgow · Glasgow, United Kingdom

About this programme

Overview Our research engages with English Language and Linguistics, focusing on written and spoken English language from medieval times to the present day. Glasgow has a long-established, international reputation for the historical study of English, linking the best of philological, literary-critical and linguistic traditions with those of contemporary linguistic theory. We are a leading player in contemporary English language and linguistics, using quantitative analysis of large online corpora as well as qualitative research in a variety of genres to identify and interpret language use across a wide range of contemporary spoken and written data. Glasgow’s historic strengths in the study of Scots and English in Scotland have been enhanced by the recent development of innovative large-scale collaborative projects. Our provision in the area of medieval English Language is closely associa

Level
Doctoral
Field
Social
Duration
3 years
Tuition
£27,720 / year
English
IELTS 7
Study mode
Full-time, Part-time

Entry requirements

Our regular standard of admission is at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree (2:1), although candidates will usually also have completed or be undertaking a Masters qualification.

Visa

Visa required
Student visa
Application fee
GBP 558
Proof of funds
GBP 1,171/mo
Processing time
3–8 weeks

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.

Scholarships available (4)

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