Linguistics, MA (Hons)

Linguistics examines the mechanics of language, focusing on how meaning is generated through sounds, words, sentences, and conversations. It also investigates the practical applications of language in daily life, the ways language differs across societies and changes over time, and the processes by which children acquire language.With a rich history at the University of Edinburgh, our faculty boasts a strong reputation for research excellence in this field. As linguistics is typically a new subject for undergraduates, no prior knowledge is required to begin the program.