
Overview
This Linguistics and Communication programme from University of Birmingham offersc research supervision in a variety of fields in English Language and Applied Linguistics.
With an international reputation as a centre of excellence, our Department of Linguistics and Communication offers campus and distance-learning PhD supervision across a broad range of research areas.
Key facts
Whether you come to Birmingham or opt for distance learning, you'll keep in contact with your supervisors by email, on campus or via video call.
- Flexible research options: choose the standard PhD on campus or by distance learning, or a modular programme by distance learning.
- Access the Linguistics Research Laboratory, a 450 million word Bank of English corpus, plus electronic journals and e-books.
- Academic expertise across a range of English Language and Applied Linguistics specialisms.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Corpus linguistics,
- Cognitive linguistics and psycholinguistics,
- Stylistics and discourse analysis
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.
Language
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Disciplines
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- If you’re applying for a PhD , you’ll also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area.
- Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.
- If you’re applying for distance learning research programmes, you’ll also need to show that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.
- You'll normally need to submit a research proposal. The word count is typically 1,000-1,500 words for Arts programmes and around 2,500 words for Law programmes. See the Application Process section for more information.
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Visit programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
22600 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22600 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4921 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4921 GBP per year during 36 months.
- UK: £2,461 part-time
Living costs for Birmingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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