MSc English Language in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 29,900
(c. USD39,895.57)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This rigorous program allows you to explore the English language's fundamental components in greater depth:

sound systems
grammar and meaning
evolution across time.

Beginning with English structure, the curriculum also includes elective courses covering the language's history, contemporary variations, and diverse linguistic analysis methods.

You'll benefit from cross-departmental collaboration, accessing expertise from the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences as well as other related academic units.

The program equips you with knowledge of modern linguistic approaches to studying English.

Upon completing the program successfully, you'll develop and strengthen these key competencies:

analysis (constructing, deconstructing, and assessing arguments)
project management (planning research objectives and execution strategies)
evaluation (selecting and analyzing pertinent data and theories)
academic writing (effectively communicating purpose, methodology, findings, and conclusions)
versatile skills in communication, collaboration, technology, mathematics, and time management
independent research capability and teamwork proficiency


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in linguistics or English Language with linguistics.

We will also consider honours degrees in modern or classical languages or in humanities such as English literature or history if your application demonstrates a particular interest in the linguistics of English.

IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.5 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 23 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.

Tuition GBP 29,900

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