M.Phil in linguistics

To understand what language is about, it is crucial that one understands how language is constructed and how it gives meaning. In the M. Phil. programme in Linguistics we dive deeper into linguistic problems in order to gain more knowledge about language. This degree is also known as the International M. Phil. in Linguistics.

The aim of the programme is to develop the student's skills as a scholar. The topics offered focus on academic theory and method. The programme of study in Linguistics is based on the student's specialization at Bachelor level. The main areas of study are syntax, phonology, semantics, pragmatics, and computational linguistics. Depending on the student's previous specialization he or she will be given the opportunity to combine topics from these areas in order to complement or enrich the topic of his or her thesis.

The M. Phil. Programme requires two years of full time study. The second semester of the second year is expected to be devoted fully to the Master's thesis. The Master's thesis (45 credits) is preferrably written within the scope of specialization determined by your combination of topics. The thesis is an independent piece of scientific work performed under supervision. In the summer period between the first and second years the candidates are given the opportunity to return to their home countries to do fieldwork if this is considered necessary for the completion of their theses.