Overview
Examples of PhD projects which our students have undertaken include studies of the consequences of language contact between Arabic and Cypriot Greek, dialect contact and acquisition of American children in British schools, responses to different types of announcements, and linguistic resources to express agreement.
Career
Many of the students of PhD Analysing Language Use at University of Essex work in higher education institutions around the world, as teachers and/or as academic researchers. Other career paths our former PhD students have taken include publishing, social work, administration, and retail.
Programme Structure
Example structure
- A research degree doesn't have a taught structure, giving you the chance to investigate your chosen topic in real depth and reach a profound understanding.
- In communicating that understanding, through a thesis or other means, you have a rare opportunity to generate knowledge.
- A research degree allows you to develop new high-level skills, enhance your professional development and build new networks. It can open doors to many careers.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Language
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Disciplines
Linguistics View 81 other PhDs in Linguistics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You will need a 2.2 Honours Degree, or equivalent, in a related subject.
- Our four year integrated PhD, allows you to spend your first year studying at Masters level in order to develop the necessary knowledge and skills and to start your independent research in year two.
Tuition Fee
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International
17900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17900 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
5900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5900 GBP per year during 48 months.
PT
- Home/UK fee: £2,950
- International fee: £8,950
Living costs for Colchester
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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