Overview

The English Linguistics PhD program from Masaryk University students become conversant with methods of linguistic research, which they then apply in the preparation of their doctoral dissertation.

Career opportunities:

Graduates of the English Linguistics programme at Masaryk University find employment in positions in the area of humanities that require the holder to use independent critical thinking and be able to demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of linguistic and socio-cultural subjects. They are employed as researchers, university teachers, editors, translators, and in senior positions in organisations operating in areas of the humanities.

Programme Structure

After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:

conduct linguistic research independently

carry out tasks requiring independent critical thinking and academic communication in English

translate specialized texts from the field of linguistics and other humanities

present research findings in professional forums

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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110

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brno, Czech Republic

Disciplines

Language Studies Linguistics View 6 other PhDs in Language Studies in Czech Republic

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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110

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submission of an electronic application in the Masaryk University Information System.
Submission of three letters of recommendation.
Submission of a copy of the applicants Master's Thesis (in English).
Submission of a transcript(s) of university/college studies
Submission of a research proposal for the doctoral dissertation (in English).
Submission of a statement of motivation to pursue a doctoral degree in the English Language at Masaryk University (in English).
Submission of an academic Curriculum Vitae (in English).

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Tuition Fee

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International

50000 CZK/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 50000 CZK per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

50000 CZK/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 50000 CZK per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Brno

13555 - 21979 CZK /month

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