MA in Linguistics in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin

The Department of Linguistics provides graduate programs for both M.A. and Ph.D. degrees, with a strong focus on theoretical approaches across all linguistic disciplines. The curriculum ensures comprehensive training in five fundamental areas: phonetics, phonology, syntax, semantics, and field methods. Advanced coursework covers the department's key specializations, including phonetics and phonology, syntax and semantics, descriptive and documentary linguistics, computational linguistics, and signed language linguistics, alongside faculty-specific research interests. Students can also pursue supplementary courses in departments like Anthropology, Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, Computer Science, Philosophy, Psychology, Statistics, and various language departments.
Although the department typically doesn't admit students solely for an M.A., exceptions may be made based on individual circumstances. M.A.-only applicants generally don't qualify for funding. Ph.D. applicants should select Ph.D. as their degree goal, regardless of whether they hold an M.A. Both M.A. and Ph.D. students complete identical core coursework. The M.A. program requires full-time enrollment, with classes primarily scheduled on weekdays between 8 am and 5 pm.Add body text in this space.