MA Linguistics in Belfast United Kingdom | Queen's University Belfast

The Linguistics Master's program at QUB equips you with specialized research skills and in-depth knowledge to advance your studies in language-focused research. Housed within the School of Arts, English and Languages, our program is led by experts specializing in English, French, Irish, Breton, and community languages. You can opt for a comprehensive curriculum covering structural and formal aspects of language (such as phonetics/phonology, morpho-syntax, vocabulary, discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, and language variation) or focus on specific linguistic elements in English, French, Irish, or Breton, or examine language policies affecting minority languages. The program includes rigorous research methods training, helping you select, gather, and analyze linguistic data effectively. You'll explore key language variables through theoretical and practical modules tailored to your research interests, with opportunities to specialize in your preferred language(s). Your final dissertation will allow you to investigate a chosen topic using the expertise gained during the program. You'll benefit from guidance by internationally renowned scholars whose collaborative approach ensures academic support for your success.