Overview

This PhD Linguistics (by thesis and coursework) programme at Lancaster University - Management School understands Applied Linguistics as research into language with a relevance to real-world issues and proposals are accepted in a wide range of topics.

Features

By combining your PhD studies with a set of taught modules, this programme is designed to broaden your knowledge of relevant research and research methodologies.

Many of our students are professionals who are balancing PhD studies with full-time careers, and this contributes to the rich and stimulating academic environment this programme offers.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

One of the strengths of this programme is the flexibility it allows in pursuing your PhD – you have the choice to either study on campus in Lancaster, or from home.

You may study full-time or part-time but have the option to switch at any point during your studies.

The compulsory modules in research methodology and linguistics are taught online, while for MA modules there is a choice of both on-site and distance learning available.

Regardless whether you study in Lancaster or from home, you must attend two intensive residentials at Lancaster University in the first two years of your studies.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-04-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-01 00:00:00

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More details

If you are applying for funding, are applying from overseas or require on-campus accommodation, we recommend that you apply as early as possible.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Language Studies Linguistics View 162 other PhDs in Language Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

Master's degree (UK or equivalent) in Applied Linguistics or a related subject, for example Linguistics, Foreign Languages, Education, with an overall average of at least 60% for UK MAs.

2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Applied Linguistics or a related subject, for example Linguistics, Foreign Languages, Education.

Tuition Fee

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International

21082 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21082 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Lancaster

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.