Program Overview
The Linguistics at Victoria University of Wellington is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Linguistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 26,895 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 26,895 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Linguistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Teaching Reading and Writing
- Pedagogical Grammar of English
- The Pronunciation of English
- Language Assessment
- Evaluating Research in Applied Linguistics
- Special Topic: Reflective Practice for Language Teachers (2 week intensive)
- Learners and Second Language Learning
- Computer-assisted Language Learning
- The Research Process
- Phonetics and Phonology
- Research Paper
- Research Project
- Dissertation
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To qualify for entry you\'ll need a Bachelor\'s degree in either Linguistics, Education, English Language or another language.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,895 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 26,895 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 26,895 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 26,895 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Victoria University of Wellington directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
Victoria University of Wellington is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
