Linguistics (research) (MA)
About the programme
The Research Master in Linguistics is a specialised research-based programme offered at the Leiden University Centre for Linguistics (LUCL). It is modelled on LUCL’s unique profile of studying language diversity by means of a wide variety of theoretical and methodological approaches. It is designed specifically for students who wish to pursue a research career — whether at a university, research institute, or knowledge-intensive organisation.
Programme overview
The programme carries 120 EC over two years, with a 30 EC thesis that is expected to constitute an original contribution to linguistic knowledge. The compulsory curriculum includes two year-long core courses and participation in the LOT National Graduate School of Linguistics.
In addition, the Topics in Linguistics courses are short, research-current seminars that change every year according to staff expertise and emerging directions in the field. These courses are deliberately designed to bring students into direct contact with live research debates. Students taking two such courses across the two years of the programme are expected to engage critically with primary literature and to evaluate competing theoretical and descriptive frameworks.
For a detailed programme and overview of all courses offered on the Research Master Linguistics, please check the Prospectus.
Please note that this guide applies to the current academic year, which means that the curriculum for next year may slightly differ.
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