MLitt (Research) English Language and Linguistics in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

Our research explores English Language and Linguistics, examining both written and spoken forms from medieval periods to modern times.
Glasgow boasts a distinguished global reputation in historical English studies, blending philological, literary-critical, and linguistic traditions with cutting-edge linguistic theory. We are at the forefront of contemporary English language research, employing both quantitative analysis of digital corpora and qualitative studies across diverse genres to analyze language patterns in modern speech and writing.
Glasgow's renowned expertise in Scots and Scottish English studies has been further strengthened through recent large-scale collaborative initiatives. Our medieval English Language research aligns closely with Glasgow's Medieval and Renaissance Studies program, among the UK's most extensive. We maintain robust interdisciplinary connections with fields like Psychology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Celtic Studies, and Education, alongside our long-standing ties to English and Scottish Literature. As a global leader in Digital Humanities, many of our projects incorporate significant digital components.