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    Cognitive Science of Language

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    Hamilton, CAMScIn-person2 years
    CA$34,200.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    CA$150.00
    App fee

    Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University is a 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Hamilton, CA. Tuition is CA$34,200.

    About the program

    The discipline combines expertise in psycholinguistics, core linguistics, cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience and corpus linguistics to investigate the connection between language structure, language processing and the neural basis of language. The program introduces students to the issues in those fields that form the nexus of linguistics, cognitive science and cognitive neuroscience, and trains them in the research methods employed to study them.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL minimum requirements per Faculty are listed below, while individual programs may have higher published requirements. Students taking the IELTS are required to achieve a minimum score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each category.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Students taking the IELTS are required to achieve a minimum score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each category.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University is CA$34,200.
    Is Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University online or in-person?
    Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University is offered in-person.
    How long does Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University take to complete?
    Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University is structured around 2 years.
    What GPA is required for Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ (B- for Engineering) minimum average in final year courses
    What work-permit options follow Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University?
    Post-completion work rights for Cognitive Science of Language at McMaster University: 3 years PGWP (Canada)