Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 48 months; flexible; 4-6 years
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027: Apply before Dec 2026 (National); Apply before Oct 2026 (International)
More details: If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 88 OR 4.5 (new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score, CEFR-aligned)
PTE Academic: 67
IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Communication Studies; Linguistics
Overview
This Linguistics and Communication doctorate offered by the University of Birmingham offers research supervision in a variety of fields in English Language and Applied Linguistics.
With an international reputation as a centre of excellence, the Department of Linguistics and Communication offers campus and distance-learning PhD supervision across a broad range of research areas. Visit the programme website for more information
Careers Support
At Birmingham, they prepare the researchers to make an impact across every sector of society. The PhD graduates are global change-makers: advancing knowledge, shaping policy, leading industries, and educating future generations.
You'll benefit from dedicated careers support tailored to your unique paths. The expert team of Careers Advisers, including a dedicated postgraduate research adviser, offer one-to-one guidance to help researchers navigate career decisions both within and beyond academia.
Whatever you plan to do after your degree, Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one to one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters.
They also offer subject specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Gesture and sign language
- Figurative language and iconicity
- Second language acquisition
- Quantitative linguistics and data visualization
- Qualitative and mixed methods
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 88 OR 4.5 (new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score, CEFR-aligned)
PTE Academic: 67
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you're applying for a PhD, you'll also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area.
- Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.
- If you're applying for distance learning research programmes, you'll also need to show that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.
- You'll normally need to submit a research proposal. The word count is typically 1,000-1,500 words for Arts programmes and around 2,500 words for Law programmes. See the Application Process section for more information.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 44,191 AUD / year (≈ 23,390 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details: UK: £2,619 part-time
Living costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,445-2,142 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available for this programme. Please visit the university website for detailed scholarship information.
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