The University of York
Sociolinguistics MA
The University of York

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - Main Site
  • Sep 1, 2022 Part-time - 2 years
  • On campus - Main Site
  • Sep 1, 2022 Full-time - 1 years

Key Course Facts

Course Description

The programme will enable you to perform original research in the field of sociolinguistics by giving you a practical training in techniques and methodologies used in sociolinguistic analysis. You will also have the opportunity to develop your interest in areas such as the interface between variation and phonological and syntactic theory and empirical methods in the study of contemporary and historical data. The programme will: Impart a general foundation and background in sociolinguistics; give you a practical training in techniques used in sociolinguistic analysis; enable you to apply your skills and knowledge to linguistic data; introduce you to research questions and methodologies in sociolinguistics; enable you to perform original research in sociolinguistics.

https://www.york.ac.uk/language/postgraduate/taught/sociolinguistics/#tab-3

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

https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/

A range of scholarships and studentships are available at postgraduate level. Some scholarships are funded by the University (such as the York Master's Opportunity Scholarship) and some are funded by Research Councils, alumni, businesses and charities.

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

https://www.york.ac.uk/language/postgraduate/taught/sociolinguistics/#tab-4

Costs

Tuition Fees Sociolinguistics MA

EU £8040 year 1
England UK £8040 year 1
Northern Ireland £8040 year 1
Scotland £8040 year 1
Wales £8040 year 1
Channel Islands £8040 year 1
International £18240 year 1

Additional fee information

For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/
Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

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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.

Student composition of The University of York

Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
undergraduates:
14285
postgraduates:
5685
Total:
19970
Source: Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Main Site - Heslington
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