LanLanguage and Linguistics MALancaster University · Lancaster, United Kingdom

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: 12 months
Tuition: To be confirmed
Fields: Social Science

Application Cycle

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Application opens: Rolling admission
Application deadline: Jul 28, 2027

This program uses rolling admissions without fixed deadlines and reviews applications as they arrive until spaces are filled. Applying early is strongly recommended.

Documents Required

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Personal statement

Maximum 500 words recommended.

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 1

One reference required for postgraduate taught study; ideally academic.

Academic transcript(s)

Official copy showing subjects, marks, and degree award; certified English translation if needed.

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Lower second-class UK Bachelor's degree; Or international equivalent.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Linguistics, English language, modern languages, or a related subject.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); Required if prior degree was not taught in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4.0 each component) | Old scale: 87 overall (R19, L19, S19, W22); Lancaster IELTS 6.5/6.0 band. New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026.; Lancaster IELTS 6.5/6.0 band. Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026.

Historical admission data is not published.

Source

Visit the official program source