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PGDip Sociolinguistics (Research)

Newcastle University

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Diploma

  • Location

    Newcastle University, Newcastle Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    9 Months

Course summary

This course explores the 20th-century history of linguistics and the philosophy of linguistics.Join us for this Sociolinguistics Master's course. You'll examine:tensions between different conceptions of languagethe issues surrounding research methodology in linguisticssociolinguisticsthe sociology of languageThis course is designed to prepare you for doctoral study. The course combines a mixture of generic research training modules with more specialised modules covering research training and specific linguistic knowledge.Although your focus will be on your specialist study, our aim is for you to develop a broad range of research and project management skills that will support you in your career ahead. We have nurtured a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary and supportive environment where staff and students from across the world can come together and share their research experiences.We offer supervision in the following areas:Linguistic theoryLanguage variation and changeLanguage evolution, acquisition, and development

Tuition fees

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£ 1,917month

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University information

Newcastle University

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    35th

  • Campus address

    Newcastle University, Newcastle Campus, Newcastle Campus, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom

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Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Newcastle University offers some of the most generous scholarships for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Linguistics

    13th out of 24 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    138 67%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    12th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    17th

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