Key Information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Applications can be submitted year-round, with support from a supervisor.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 90
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Dunedin, New Zealand
Disciplines
Linguistics
Overview
Have you ever wondered why languages are similar and different, how they develop, why people misunderstand each other or what is the best way to learn another language?
Linguistics is about finding answers to those questions. All you need to study linguistics is your curiosity!
Why study Linguistics at University of Otago?
- Language involves everything we do every day, so studying what language is and how language works provides insights into everyday life.
- It is a useful and rewarding subject for anyone who is interested in languages of any kind, including computer and “invented” languages, as well as anyone interested in teaching and learning second/foreign languages.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Linguistics complements other disciplines in the arts, such as English, communication studies, sociology, anthropology, education, languages and law, and other disciplines in the sciences, such as psychology, neuroscience, computer and information science, and maths.
- You will be taught how to identify and provide analyses of linguistic phenomena and how to construct and justify arguments for particular analyses.
- Although many students of Linguistics study another language, Linguistics at Otago does not assume any prior knowledge of linguistics or of any languages other than English.
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: 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- a Bachelor’s degree with first or upper second class Honours (with an average grade in Honours papers at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago) or equivalent (including a research component with an average grade at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago); or
- a Master’s degree (with an average grade at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago) (including an appropriate research component worth at least a quarter of a year's workload (0.25 EFTS), with a grade at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago); or
- appropriate research experience; and
- for candidates including a nominated creative component for assessment, demonstrated advanced training or experience in a relevant creative practice.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 33,269 AUD / year (≈ 41,219 NZD / year) — applies to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country.
- Domestic: 6,749 AUD / year (≈ 8,362 NZD / year) — tuition fee for domestic students.
Living costs
Dunedin, New Zealand: 807–1,856 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Linguistics.
Available Scholarships
- University of Otago China Scholarship Council Doctoral Scholarship — Provided by university, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- Dr Sulaiman Daud 125th Jubilee Postgraduate Scholarship — Provided by university, Grant: 33624 NZD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- University of Otago Special Health Research Scholarship — Provided by university, Grant: 33624 NZD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- University of Otago Pacific Islands Doctoral Scholarship — Provided by university, Grant: 33624 NZD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- University of Otago City of Literature PhD Scholarship — Provided by university, Grant: 33624 NZD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship — Provided by university, Grant: 33624 NZD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- University of Otago Doctoral Scholarships — Provided by university, Grant: 34128 NZD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 2026-10-07, U.S. government
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based, OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2026-11-30, ServiceScape
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 2026-11-15, ACES Education Fund
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2026-10-31, Merit-based, IvyPanda
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2027-03-01, Voice Talent Online
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2027-01-13, Merit-based, Salvado Law
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider, Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 2026-12-31, Need-based, Anonymous Hope Fund
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 2026-12-31, Need-based, Leopold Figl Foundation
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified, IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider, Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 2027-01-11, The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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