PhD in Linguistics
University of Leeds
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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We offer research supervision in major areas within the language sciences. Full description Linguistics at the University of Leeds is part of the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies. We offer research supervision in major areas within the language sciences, with particular strengths in bi/multilingualism, language acquisition, speech processing, psycholinguistics, discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, language contact and change, morpho-syntax and pragmatics. For more information, ...Read more

We offer research supervision in major areas within the language sciences. Full description Linguistics at the University of Leeds is part of the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies. We offer research supervision in major areas within the language sciences, with particular strengths in bi/multilingualism, language acquisition, speech processing, psycholinguistics, discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, language contact and change, morpho-syntax and pragmatics. For more information, please refer to the individual staff research pages to see if your proposed topic aligns with our individual expertise. The admissions officer will be able to decide on the suitability of the research project and the availability of supervision only after the applicant has produced a research proposal.

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Ashton
02 Mar 23

The city of leeds is amazing for uni students, it has so much to do! The downside of this is that it can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes because it’s such a busy city...Read more

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Rose
01 Mar 23

The student support team at the students’s union club are absolutely amazing and are doing great work - they really looked after me on a night out which I will never forget. I..Read more

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For most postgraduate research programs, a first-class or good upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent) is often expected. Additionally, candidates may need to hold a Master's degree or an equivalent professional qualification.

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£24,500 per year

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Ashton
02 Mar 23
Linguistics - BA (Hons)
The city of leeds is amazing for uni students, it has so much to do! The downside of this is that it can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes because it’s such a busy city....
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Rose
01 Mar 23
Modern Languages and Linguistics - BA (Hons)
The student support team at the students’s union club are absolutely amazing and are doing great work - they really looked after me on a night out which I will never forget. I...
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University of Leeds
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