The University of York
PhD in Applied Linguistics PhD
The University of York

Key Course Facts

Course Description

The PhD in Applied Linguistics is designed to enhance specialised linguistic knowledge through academic study and research.

The programme is suitable for all those interested in exploring how linguistic knowledge can be applied to everyday real-life phenomena such as language learning, language policy or language processing.

The course emphasises state-of-the-art research methodology appropriate for conducting linguistic research projects, using a wide range of linguistic research methods.

We are interested in hearing from students doing projects that link linguistic research with real-life language use in the following broad areas:

Second language acquisition

Language learning

Discourse studies and discourse analysis

Psycholinguistics

Syntax

Semantics

Phonology

Lexis

Sociolinguistics

Language policy

Language for specific purposes (eg academic, professional)

Forensic linguistics

Corpus linguistics

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.0
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees

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Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study PhD in Applied Linguistics, PhD, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

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Costs

Tuition Fees PhD in Applied Linguistics PhD

Ireland £2325 year 1
EU £9450 year 1
England UK £2325 year 1
Northern Ireland £2325 year 1
Scotland £2325 year 1
Wales £2325 year 1
Channel Islands £2325 year 1
International £9450 year 1
Ireland £4806 year 1
Channel Islands £4806 year 1
EU £22200 year 1
England UK £4806 year 1
Northern Ireland £4806 year 1
Scotland £4806 year 1
Wales £4806 year 1
International £22200 year 1

Additional fee information

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Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

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About The University of York

The University of York, usually abbreviated to Ebor, is a collegiate research university based in the historic and picturesque city of York, England. It has two main campuses, East and West, which are just a few minute’s walking distance apart. It also has another site known as King’s Manor just North-West of the city centre.

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