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Overview
Sociolinguistics at the University of Liverpool is home to a critical mass of researchers examining the Linguistic Landscape, including a wide range of questions around language in the public space.
Features
- The Department of Modern Languages & Cultures boasts two members of the Editorial Board of the journal Linguistic Landscape: An International Journal, including the editor.
- In addition to testing out methodological approaches to language in the public space, researchers in Sociolinguistics at the University of Liverpool consider the linguistic landscapes of France and Italy, with particular emphasis on regional and minority languages.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Linguistic Landscapes
- New Speakers
- Language policy
- Minority and regional languages
- Language and new media
- Postcolonial sociolinguistics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Sociology Linguistics View 117 other PhDs in Sociology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applications are welcomed from both full-time and part-time students. For research degrees, we would normally expect applicants to have a BA or BSc degree of 2:1 standard (and also an MA) in a subject relevant to the proposed field of research.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents25350 GBP / year≈ 25350 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
Liverpool
United Kingdom
556 - 1035 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
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Various benefits
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University of Liverpool - CONACYT
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University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
9000 GBP
Deadline
19 Jun 2026
HRM Princess Sirindhorn University of Liverpool Scholarship (Thailand)
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University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Grant
Various benefits
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University of Liverpool - FUNED Awards
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University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship for China
Merit-based
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University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Grant
22500 GBP
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University of Liverpool - Fulbright Scholarships
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University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
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Grant
19000 GBP
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Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
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Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
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Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Grant
1500 USD
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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