MA Linguistics with a Specialisation in Syntax

Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard is required.

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Although the degree can be an end in itself, this advanced programme is an excellent preparation for independent doctoral research in syntax. Graduates from our specialisation MA programmes in linguistics have a very strong track record of securing funded doctoral studentships and have in recent years gone on to research at UCL and other global universities. Recent graduates have also gone on to work in the technology and publishing sectors and 100% of graduates from this route have gone onto work or further study within 15 months of completing their studies (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022/2023).

Compulsory modules

• Dissertation in Linguistics
• Semantic Theory
• Current Issues in Syntax
• Intermediate Generative Grammar: Locality
• Interfaces in Syntax
• Semantics Research Seminar
• Readings in Syntax
• Intermediate Phonology
• Intermediate Generative Grammar: Word Order
• Advanced Phonological Theory
• Syntax Research Seminar

Optional modules

• Semantic Theory
• Current Issues in Syntax
• Intermediate Generative Grammar: Locality
• Interfaces in Syntax
• Semantics Research Seminar
• Readings in Syntax
• Intermediate Phonology
• Intermediate Generative Grammar: Word Order
• Advanced Phonological Theory
• Syntax Research Seminar
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