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Linguistics PhD

University of Kent

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Kent (Canterbury)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-MAY-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

A PhD in Linguistics enables you to undertake a substantial piece of supervised research in the subject that makes an original contribution to knowledge and is worthy of publication.

Overview

A PhD, also known as a doctorate, is a requirement for a career as an academic or researcher. In addition, it has become a qualification valued by many employers who recognise the skills and commitment a PhD requires. Employers also recognise that a PhD indicates excellent research capabilities, discipline and communication skills.

Over the duration of the PhD, you produce an original piece of research of up to 100,000 words.

Careers

Postgraduate work in English Language and Linguistics prepares you for a range of careers where an in-depth understanding of how language functions is essential. These include speech and language theory, audiology, teaching, publishing, advertising, journalism, public relations, company training, broadcasting, forensic and computational work, and the civil or diplomatic services.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,600per year

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University information

University of Kent

University of Kent

  • University League Table

    52nd

  • Campus address

    University of Kent, Recruitment and Admissions Office, Registry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, England

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A range of scholarships for international students, including GREAT Scholarships for students from China, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan or Thailand.
Kent offers globally recognised degrees, and has a diverse student community representing over 180 nationalities.
Kent provides excellent support for international students, including English language training and academic study support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Linguistics

    21st out of 29 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    n/a

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    58.0 58%

    21st

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    18th

    5

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