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    MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics

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    Oxford, GBMStIn-person9 months
    £43,730.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    18
    Cohort
    students
    £75.00
    App fee

    MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford is a 9-month, in-person MSt program based in Oxford, GB. Tuition is £43,730.

    About the program

    Nine-month taught master's offering options in general linguistics including phonetics, historical and comparative linguistics, or linguistics of specific languages. Available via Advanced Study strand with foundation course and options, or Research Preparation strand with master's thesis, research methods training, and options.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Term 2027
    Jan 10, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT* including the 'Home Edition'(Institution code: 0490) 110 Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic (Institution code: 0713) 7.5 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £21,050.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford is £43,730.
    Is MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford online or in-person?
    MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford is offered in-person.
    How long does MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford take to complete?
    MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford is structured around 9 months.
    What GPA is required for MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics 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 MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford?
    MSt in Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics at University of Oxford reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.