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Bachelor of Linguistics and English Language

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Three-year full-time Doctor of Philosophy programme in Linguistics and English Language offered by the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Design and undertake an original research project in Linguistics and English Language. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.

Career outcomes

Communications Officer
Content Writer
Research Assistant
Editorial Assistant
Community Engagement Officer

Curriculum

Three-year full-time research programme. Assessment is by a written thesis examined in an oral viva. Delivered by the School of Philosophy
Psychology and Language Sciences (Central Area).

Entry requirements

Academic

SQA Highers ABBB by end of S5 or AABB/ABBBB by end of S6
A levels ABB
IB 34 points with 655 at HL
Plus English language evidence
Other qualifications: international equivalent chosen by country on the programme page.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school leaving qualification meeting the programme requirements, Including required subjects, English language evidence, Applicants whose qualifications are not accepted use the International Foundation Programme.

Documents you’ll need

English Language Test Results
Personal Statement
Academic Transcripts
Recommendation Letters.

How to apply

Check the programme's entry requirements and the UCAS deadline (13 January 2027 for most programmes) at. Apply through UCAS using the programme's UCAS code. Provide your qualifications
Personal statement
Reference and English language evidence. Wait for the selection decision. Some programmes also ask for a portfolio or interview. Accept your offer and submit your qualifications. Apply for a Student visa before the start date. The Student Immigration Service can help.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£31,100 GBP
Application fee	£35 GBP
Deposit	£41,927 GBP

Program details

Campus	Central Area
Faculty or school	School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences
Department	Humanities and Communication
Teaching language	English
Credit value	480
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
60 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.