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UCL Language Sciences – Chandler House Tour
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Further information on the degree programme can be found here:
- Context
You can when he visited us in October 2011.
- Content and Structure
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. The programme consists of two obligatory core modules (30 credits), two non-obligatory core modules (30 credits), four optional modules (60 credits) and a dissertation/report (60 credits).
Teaching and Learning
The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, small-group teaching (tutorials or backup classes) and a virtual learning environment. Some modules also involve workshops or practical classes. Assessment is through take home and unseen examination, essays, presentations, assignments and the dissertation.
Dissertation/report
All students undertake an independent research project which culminates in a dissertation of 10,000 words.
Obligatory Modules
The programme has the following obligatory components:
Code Title Credit value
(1 ECTS point = 2.5 UCL credits)PLIN0020 15 PLIN0056 15 PLIN0059 60
In addition, and in consultation with the programme director, students choose two further modules from a range of options (NB offerings may change year on year):Code Title Credit value
(1 ECTS point = 2.5 UCL credits)PLIN0023 15 PLIN0053 15 PHILG085 Worlds, Sentences and Measures 15 PLIN0019 15 PLIN0012 15 Ìý
In addition, students register for four 15-credit elective modules in consultation with the programme director chosen from the list at http://www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/current-students/masters/ling-option or a statistical training module.
Ìý- Staff
Programme Director: Dr Nathan Klinedinst
Academic staff teaching in the area of specialisation:
- Dr Richard Breheny
- Prof Robyn Carston
- Dr Nathan Klinedinst
- Dr Nausicaa Pouscoulous
- Dr Daniel Rothschild
- Dr Yasutada Sudo
Other academic staff teaching in linguistics:
- Dr Klaus Abels
- Dr Wing Yee Chow
- Dr Bronwen Evans
- Prof John Harris
- Prof Ad Neeleman
- Prof Andrew Nevins
- Dr Andrea Santi
- Dr Kriszta Szendroi
- Dr Hans van de Koot
- Dr Jamie White
NB: staff may occasionally be absent for a term or more on research or other leave. In addition, we can call on the support of Teaching Fellows and Postgraduate Teaching Assistants.
- Application and Entry
Start of programme
- September intake only
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This programme is designed for students who have completed an undergraduate degree focusing on theoretical linguistics. Students who completed an undergraduate degree in other subject areas should apply for the MA Linguistics conversion programme.
- Fees and Funding
UK/EU national may be eligible to apply for a postgraduate loan of up to £10,000 to help with fees and living costs.
ÌýUCL Scholarships
For information on general scholarship opportunities, please select the link below:
- Careers
No information is currently available for this degree. If this degree programme is visible in the list of degrees available on the graduate website, could you please report this page to pg-updates@ucl.ac.uk as soon as possible.
- Open Days
If you are considering applying for the MA Linguistics degree programme but are unable to visit us on a Chandler House Open Day, it may be possible to arrange a guided tour of our building at other dates between mid-November and mid-July. Please contact enquiries-linguistics@pals.ucl.ac.uk.
- Contact
No information is currently available for this degree. If this degree programme is visible in the list of degrees available on the graduate website, could you please report this page to pg-updates@ucl.ac.uk as soon as possible.
- FAQs
QuestionDo you accept part-time students on the MA Linguistics programme?
Answer
Yes, you can study the programme on a part-time basis over two calendar years, e.g. from September 2012 to September 2014. However, please note that classes may be scheduled between 9 am and 6 pm from Monday to Friday.
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Question
Is this programme or any of the modules available online or by distance learning?
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No, students have to attend classes in person.
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Do you have any Open Days?
Answer
Yes, we do have an Open Day, usually at the end of June. We can also arrange individual visits - please send your cv and a short personal statement regarding your interest in the MA Linguistics to enquiries-linguistics@pals.ucl.ac.uk.
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