Masters Degrees (Syntax)

The Linguistics with a specialisation in Syntax MA is a research-oriented programme designed for students looking for a concentrated, advanced course in theoretical syntax, couched broadly within the Principles and Parameters approach to syntax and its offshoot: the Minimalist Program. Read more

Approach architecture and urban design through the prism of people and space with Space Syntax at The Bartlett School of Architecture. Read more

This programme explores architecture and urban design through the prism of people and space. It offers an increased specialism to those interested in the research and design of the built environment intending to take either an academic pathway or a specific direction within their current professional practice. Read more

The Linguistics MA aims to give students a thorough grounding in modern theoretical linguistics. Read more

The Linguistics MA with a specialisation in Phonology is a research-oriented programme designed for students looking for concentrated study in phonology, with a focus on theoretically driven empirical research. Read more

Our MA Linguistics master's course is a flexible programme that aims to explore the breadth and the depth of linguistics. Read more

Join our expert English Language team and research the extraordinary range of varieties and functions of this global language Advanced knowledge of phonetics and syntax coupled with practical application and exploration of English in context – e.g. Read more

Explore your own interests in English language and linguistics with our PhD programme, supported by the expertise of our staff. You’ll be allocated two supervisors, with additional staff members available if necessary. Read more

Experimental and Theoretical Linguistics offers an excellent opportunity to explore the broad spectrum of linguistics and its sub-disciplines. Read more

Linguistics is the scientific study of language. The MA in Linguistics at York offers a route into linguistic study for those who want to apply and develop their critical analysis and learning skills from other subjects to questions that are central to the study of language. Read more

Psycholinguistics is a vibrant and growing subfield of linguistics. Interested in the mechanisms that allow people to acquire, produce and comprehend language, our field spans an incredibly diverse set of topics.  The MA programme offers two pathways: Language Processing, and Language Acquisition and Development. Read more

This intensive programme will enable you to delve deeper into the structure of the English language’s: phonology syntax and semantics modern and historical… Read more

Modern linguistics is the scientific study of all aspects of the world’s languages from their sound systems and grammatical structure through to the interaction of language with culture, the study of meaning in language, and the use of language in modern technology. Read more

The English Linguistics MA provides students with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to describe modern English, together with training in academic writing, linguistic argumentation and research methods. Read more