Victoria,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Linguistics in Victoria Canada | University of Victoria
University of Victoria
|
Victoria Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
8,238
(c. USD5,923.85)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Our linguistics MA program offers the chance to explore diverse fields ranging from language variation to theoretical linguistics. You'll delve into subjects like language revitalization and community-focused research.
This graduate program blends academic coursework with thesis writing and a public defense. You'll benefit from guidance by faculty mentors specializing in your chosen research field.
As an MA in Linguistics candidate, you can investigate numerous subjects including language evolution, theoretical frameworks, and community-driven language preservation initiatives.
Program Outcomes
Participants in this program will:
understand the intricate nature of linguistic cognition and its development through language acquisition and usage
establish fundamental expertise in key linguistic domains: phonology and syntax
gain opportunities to specialize in phonology, syntax, phonetics, morphology, sociolinguistics, language documentation, acquisition studies, or Indigenous language preservation
cultivate an awareness of linguistic diversity and the value of different language systems
acquire proficiency in various linguistic research methods and their applications
master techniques for examining, interpreting, and assessing different types of linguistic data and patterns
develop the capacity to make meaningful contributions to linguistic scholarship
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To apply to any of our graduate programs, you will need to submit:
A Letter of Intent (maximum 2 pages) outlining a) why you chose to apply to the UVic Linguistics graduate program, b) how your background has prepared you for this program, and c) what area of study you hope to specialize in.
Transcripts from the post-secondary institutions at which you have studied
Two assessment reports (= letters of reference)
Your most up-to-date curriculum vitae (resume)
A writing sample: maximum 5 pages of a publication or major term paper (research-based if possible). Note: partial papers are acceptable, the idea is to give us a sense of your experience in Linguistics (and/or related fields), as well as of your writing style.
Evidence of your language proficiency if you do not come from a designated English speaking country. Note that the requirements of the Linguistics department are stricter than the general UVic requirements. Here are the minimum required scores to be admitted to one of our graduate programs:
English Language Proficiency Requirement: minimum IELTS 6.5 (no sub score below 6.0) / TOEFL minimum 90 (no section less than 20) or equivalent
A Letter of Intent (maximum 2 pages) outlining a) why you chose to apply to the UVic Linguistics graduate program, b) how your background has prepared you for this program, and c) what area of study you hope to specialize in.
Transcripts from the post-secondary institutions at which you have studied
Two assessment reports (= letters of reference)
Your most up-to-date curriculum vitae (resume)
A writing sample: maximum 5 pages of a publication or major term paper (research-based if possible). Note: partial papers are acceptable, the idea is to give us a sense of your experience in Linguistics (and/or related fields), as well as of your writing style.
Evidence of your language proficiency if you do not come from a designated English speaking country. Note that the requirements of the Linguistics department are stricter than the general UVic requirements. Here are the minimum required scores to be admitted to one of our graduate programs:
English Language Proficiency Requirement: minimum IELTS 6.5 (no sub score below 6.0) / TOEFL minimum 90 (no section less than 20) or equivalent
Tuition
CAD
8,238