Master of Linguistics
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 1 year full-time
UC's Master of Linguistics (MLing) is an advanced programme offering specialised courses in linguistic analysis and a significant research component. Learn more about studying an MLing through our Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts.
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This 180-point Master’s degree is an advanced programme offering specialised courses in linguistic analysis and a significant research component.
Master of Linguistics (MLing) students will analyse the relationship between a language and its 'social life'. In an Aotearoa New Zealand context, this means understanding how English has developed over time, and how it continues to change as a marker of Kiwi identity, as well as understanding the relationship, both past and present, between English and te reo Māori.
UC is ranked Top 100 in the world for Linguistics (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023).
Applicants for this degree need to have either:
In addition, all students must be approved to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Linguistics or use the admission requirements checker.
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
You can choose from either:
OR
It is recommended you take no more than two taught courses in a given semester.
All students also complete the thesis course LING691 MLing Thesis.
Graduates of the Master in Linguistics will be highly trained in the theories and contemporary methodologies of Linguistics and skillful in a range of complementary analytical, critical, and linguistic skills.
These will include an understanding of:
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The MLing is a 180-point programme that consists of:
Full-time students must complete within 1 year. Part-time students must complete the degree within 2–3 years.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Linguistics.