Program Overview

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Introduction to the Master's Program in Linguistics

Linguistics is the science of human language and language use. Europe and Norway are becoming increasingly multilingual, and linguistic knowledge is becoming increasingly valuable for understanding language learning, language use, and language difficulties throughout life.

Program Details

Duration

The Master's program in Linguistics lasts for 2 years.

Study Places

There are 5 study places available for this program.

ECTS Credits

The program consists of 120 ECTS credits.

Start of Study

The study can begin in either the autumn or spring semester.

Teaching Language

The teaching language for this program is Norwegian and English.

What Will You Learn?

Linguistics seeks answers to questions such as:

• What is unique about human language?
• Languages have an infinite number of possible combinations of words. How can we describe these systematically and precisely?
• How and why do we divide the world's languages into different families?

As a student on the Master's program in linguistics, you will learn:

• About central theories, terminology, and methods within linguistics as a scientific discipline.
• To familiarize yourself with and critically assess the use of theories, methods, and interpretations within your own subject area.
• To use methods and analysis tools that are necessary to complete an independent research project within the subject area you have chosen.

Student Life

The teaching is mainly structured as seminars, lectures, and individual guidance. The program involves a lot of independent study. You can, however, always discuss and collaborate with other students, your supervisor, and others. You will be part of a thriving international academic environment.

As a Master's student in linguistics, you get an individual supervisor who helps you plan and carry out your individual Master's thesis project. You can choose your own topic, in collaboration with your supervisor.

As a student with us, you will have most of your classes at Nygårdshøyden, right in the center of Bergen. You have access to our reading rooms, library, colloquium rooms, fitness center, canteen, café, and student bar on campus. At UiB, you will also find many different student organizations. Being part of a student organization is a valuable investment of your time as a student.

Career

People with qualifications in linguistics have a lot to contribute to the field of language documentation and language technology, as well as language policy and consulting services.

Our candidates get jobs in the private and public sector, both abroad and in Norway. You can find typical work within:

• Translation
• Publishing work
• Dictionary development
• Communication
• Information technology
• Programming
• Speech and language pathology
• Public administration
• Education

Admission Requirements and How to Apply

Grade Requirements

Requires a minimum average grade of Norwegian grade C (2.5) or the equivalent, to be eligible for admission.

Tuition Fees

Students with citizenship from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland must pay tuition fees. Some applicants may be exempted from this rule.

Submission Deadlines

• Submission deadline for autumn semester: 15 April
• Submission deadline for spring semester: 1 November

Study Structure

Semester 1

• Experimental psycholinguistics (15 ECTS)
• Computer models of language and applications (15 ECTS)

Semester 2

• Language across modalities (15 ECTS)
• Method for Master's students in language and linguistics (15 ECTS)

Semesters 3 and 4

• Linguistics - Master's thesis (60 ECTS)

Study Abroad

It is usually possible to study abroad as part of the program. An exchange stay gives you valuable cultural experience, linguistic training, new professional insights, and experiences for life. UiB has exchange agreements with universities all over the world.

Further Studies

A Master's degree can qualify for application to a PhD program.