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Overview
The Linguistics and English Language, Integrated PhD (IPhD) at the Newcastle University is for those who haven't completed a programme that leads to PhD study. It will suit those with a background in linguistics, English Language or related disciplines. You'll strengthen your knowledge base and research skills before embarking on writing a thesis.
Key facts:
Studying for an IPhD at Newcastle University offers many benefits and advantages, including:
- a track record in student satisfaction
- diverse staff expertise
- activities and events
- career development
- funding opportunities
Year one forms the taught element of the course. You will study compulsory and optional modules and select a specialist pathway. You will then complete a 60 credit independent research project (15,000 words).
Years two, three and four constitute the research based element of the course. You will write a 80,000 word thesis under the guidance and direction of two supervisors.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Historical/diachronic linguistics
- Variationist/comparative linguistics
- Sociolinguistics
- Grammaticalization
- Dialect syntax
- Corpus analysis
- Linguistic typology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages Linguistics View 92 other PhDs in Languages in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in any discipline although a background in linguistics, English language or related discipline.
Tuition Fee
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International
18000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18000 GBP per year during 48 months. -
EU/EEA
4407 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4407 GBP per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Newcastle upon Tyne
560 - 991 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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