Program Overview
The Linguistics at University of Manitoba 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 Canada 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 10,240 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 4,654 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Winnipeg, Canada
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
- Linguistic Variation and Change
- Linguistic Typology
- Semantic Theory
- Phonology
- Field Methods
- Seminar in North American Indian Languages
- Special Problems in Linguistic Research
- Graduate Reading and Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In addition to the documents required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, prospective students must submit supporting documents such as a statement of interest and letters of reference to the Linguistics Department directly. A detailed list of the required application materials can be found on the department website.
- Four-year B.A. in linguistics (or the equivalent), for admission to the M.A. program
- Master\'s degree in linguistics for admission to the Ph.D. program
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last two previous years of full-time university study (60 credit hours) is required
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 10,240 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 4,654 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 10,240 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 4,654 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Manitoba 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 University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Canada
public research university in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
