Overview

Context of Language development in early childhood - Precursors of the transition to literacy project at University of Dundee

We invite applications from strong and motivated candidates with backgrounds in a relevant subject, such as Psychology, Psycholinguistics, Linguistics, Speech & Language Therapy or another related discipline.

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Programme Structure

The focus of interest will be determined through discussion with the student, but possible topics would include: vocabulary acquisition, meta-linguistic awareness, emergent literacy, shared reading, digital technology/personalised books, phonological/morphological development, late talkers, executive functions or syntactic knowledge.

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Linguistics View 74 other PhDs in Linguistics 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.

Other requirements

General requirements

Honours degree at 2.1 or above in a relevant discipline.

In certain circumstances we may ask you to spend a year completing our Master's degree in Psychological Research Methods before you commence your doctoral research. The decision about the suitability of your qualifications is made by the potential supervisor and the schools postgraduate advisor.
IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21940 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

4786 GBP / year

≈ 4786 GBP / year

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Context of Language development in early childhood - Precursors of the transition to literacy project at University of Dundee

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Dundee

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