Masters Degrees in Linguistics, Netherlands

How do we acquire language? How is it processed in the brain? How do we use it? The very fact that we have and use languages is part of what makes us human. Read more

How is language constructed and which aspects can be distinguished and studied? How are these aspects realized in different language families and specific languages? THE PROGRAM HAS 3 NEW SPECIALIZATIONS: Vertalen in Europa, The Human Language System and Language Development and Variation. Read more

How is language stored in the brain? How do we acquire a foreign language? How can we explain patterns of language use in terms of underlying structures, and also the role of language in society? The Language and Cognition programme offers training in linguistics which reflects the areas of expertise among linguists at the University of Groningen. Read more

Can you learn a second language the same way you learned your mother tongue? How does our brain cope with two or more languages? What is the best way to test the language proficiency level of students? How can computers and online technology help to learn a language? And how do we find out whether a given teaching pedagogy is effective? Find out in this master's track. Read more

Make the connections that lead to inspiring humanities research Keen to develop in-depth knowledge of the theories, methods and techniques of your research… Read more

The MA Linguistics at Leiden University is concerned with the knowledge, structure and use of language, and trains you to systematically identify, describe and analyse language phenomena. Read more

How is language stored in the brain? What effects can brain damage have on our ability to use language? And why do some children have difficulty learning language? Find it out in this track. Read more

How do children learn their mother tongue? How do non-native speakers learn a second language and what are the best teaching methods? What is involved in teaching a computer a language? In the Master's programme in Linguistics, you will explore these questions and more. Read more

Whenever we use language – whether it’s written, spoken or signed – we’re communicating. Read more

How do children learn their mother tongue? How do non-native speakers learn a second language and what are the best teaching methods? What is involved in teaching a computer a language? In the Master's programme in Linguistics, you will explore these questions and more. Read more

The Master's in Linguistics (Research) at Leiden University combines an expansive curriculum with leading expertise and a flexible programme format. Read more

How do we cope with the information overload of modern media? What is the best way to collect data in a multilingual environment? Find out in this international Double Degree track. Read more

We live in a world where multilingualism is the norm and monolingualism the exception. Read more

Learning to become a competent linguist who has an understanding of a wide array of topics ranging from how people learn and use language to how the brain processes language and how language and people influence each other. Read more

Do you want to become an expert in the literature and linguistics of classical languages or in the cultures and religions of Ancient Greece, Rome or the Near East? Then the Master's in Classics and Ancient Civilizations – with its two distinct specialisations – may be the programme for you. Read more