Program Overview
The Linguistics at Wayne State University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,278 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 590 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Detroit, United States, United States
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
- Phonology
- Syntax
- Introduction to Linguistic Theory
- Arabic Sociolinguistics 3 Credits
- Language and Societies 3 Credits
- American Dialects 3 Credits
- Sociolinguistics 3 Credits
- Psycholinguistics 3 Credits
- Topics in Language: Field Methods
- Topics in Language: Pidgins and Creoles
- Topics in Language: Pragmatics
- Topics in Language: Language Variation
- Advanced Studies in Language Use
- Discourse Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
To be considered for graduate admission, an applicant must hold or be completing an earned baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a college or university of recognized standing and have adequate preparation with discernible ability to pursue graduate studies in the major field elected. These criteria are subject to standards set by the individual program areas, which reserve the right to revise or amend their entrance requirements beyond the minimal requirements of the University.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,278 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 590 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,278 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 590 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wayne State University 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 Wayne State University
Wayne State University
Detroit, United States
Wayne State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-05-10
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
