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    MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology

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    Oxford, GBMPhilIn-person21 months
    £87,460.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    38%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    £75.00
    App fee

    MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford is a 21-month, in-person MPhil program based in Oxford, GB. Tuition is £87,460.

    About the program

    Taught master's program offering specialization in general linguistics including phonetics, historical and comparative linguistics, or linguistics of specific languages. Includes compulsory linguistic theory paper, examination papers on language history and structure, and a 25,000-word thesis.

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $25,320.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford is £87,460.
    Is MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford online or in-person?
    MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford is offered in-person.
    How long does MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford take to complete?
    MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford is structured around 21 months.
    What GPA is required for MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford?
    Per the program's published guidance: a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours
    How competitive is MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford?
    MPhil in General Linguistics and Comparative Philology at University of Oxford reports an acceptance rate of approximately 38%.