Master's Programme in English Language and Linguistics
The programme aims at extending and deepening your knowledge in English linguistics. It also strengthens your grasp of research methodology, research ethics and your ability to carry out scientific reasoning.
The Master’s Programme in English Language and Linguistics provides an in-depth two-year course of study of the core areas of English linguistics: discourse analysis, phonology, pragmatics, second language acquisition, semantics, sociolinguistics, syntax, as well as academic English, with elective courses in other areas of English linguistics. You will be trained in independent and critical work on linguistic issues, and you will improve your competence in the analysis of English language data.
The programme aims to extend and develop students’ knowledge in their chosen field of study, as well as to strengthen their inter-disciplinary knowledge of scientific theory, ethics and research methodology. The training consists of obligatory courses in the main field of study and research ethics, as well as elective/optional courses from a pool of courses offered by departments from the Faculty of Humanities. Your work with the Master’s thesis will develop your ability to conduct a linguistic investigation, analyse and discuss your observed data, and produce a scientific text in academic English.
The programme, which provides detailed knowledge and skills, may serve as preparation for Third Level studies (PhD level) in English linguistics, or for a professional career in connection with language: work in schools and higher education, archives and museums, libraries, publishing companies, domestic and international administration (e.g., in the EU), journalism, communication, interpretation and translation.
Master of Arts degree in English
A key part of the degree is the dissertation written in the fourth semester on an English linguistic topic chosen by the student, after being trained in appropriate methods and reading recent research.
The programme leads to a Master of Arts degree in English. It is intended as a general basis for professional work in language-related fields, and may serve as preparation for Third Level studies (PhD level) in English linguistics.
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Programme overview
The programme consists of both mandatory courses and elective/optional courses.
Year 1
Term 1
- Sociolinguistics, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
- Syntax, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
- Semantics and Pragmatics, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
- Scientific Methods and Research Ethics, 7.5 credits (main field of study Philosophy)
Term 2
- 30 credits of elective/optional courses, of which 15 should be within English linguistics
Year 2
Term 3
- Discourse Analysis, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
- Phonology, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
- Language Learning and Second Language Acquisition, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
- English for Academic Research, 7.5 credits (main field of study English)
Term 4
- English - Master's Thesis in English Linguistics, 30 credits
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How to apply
Eligibility
To be eligible for the programme you are required to have:
- a degree of 180 credits (including a degree project/thesis/dissertation or equivalent), in English with a specialisation in English linguistics, or in linguistics or another subject with a linguistics profile;
- English proficiency at GERS/CEFR C1 level. English proficiency should be documented either by previous studies, an international proficiency test or equivalent.
With regards to English proficiency, by previous studies we mean 60 credits with English as the language of instruction from an EU/EEA country, Switzerland or certain other English-speaking countries. You can find the list of these English-speaking countries on University Admissions page (see the link below and look under “Meeting the English requirement through previous university studies” > “60 credits with English as language of instruction from an EU/EEA country, Switzerland or certain other English speaking countries”):
Please note that the language of instruction must be clearly stated on official documents. You can also document this by submitting a certificate/letter from your university in addition to your official study documentation.
All other candidates must document their English proficiency with an English language proficiency test. The following tests and scores are accepted:
- TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home Edition or TOEFL iBT Paper Edition with a minimum of 102 (and 27 in Writing);
- Cambridge C1 Advanced with a minimum Grade B (and B in Writing);
- IELTS Academic, IELTS Online or IELTS UKVI (Academic) with a minimum of 7.5 (and 7.0 in Writing);
- Pearson PTE Academic or PTE Academic Online with a minimum of 76 (and 82 in Writing).
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Contact
Coordinator, Department of English
Spela Mezek
spela.mezek@english.su.seStudy counsellor
Hermine Hodson
studievagledning@english.su.se
