Overview
Our graduate programs at Memorial University of Newfoundland provide a strong foundation in core theoretical areas (phonology, syntax, morphology, etc.) and build from there. Research expertise and supervision are offered in first and second language acquisition, speech disorders as well as acoustic and articulatory phonetics, from both theoretical and experimental perspectives.
Languages taught within the Linguistics Department, and on which the department particularly encourages graduate research, include Algonquian (Montagnais/Naskapi, Cree), Inuktitut and Iroquoian (Cayuga). Memorial also offers a full range of courses in English, French, German, Russian and Spanish. Courses in Irish and Japanese are offered within the Linguistics Department.
Potential career options and outcomes
Researcher (private or public entities), professor/teacher, project manager, editor, publisher, translator, linguistic consultant (software/technology development firms; branding and marketing), diplomat, social/civic servant, entrepreneur
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Issues in Morphosyntax
- Selected Topics in Transformational Grammar
- Topics in the Syntax of a Selected Language
- Principles of Language Acquisition
- Selected Topics in Language Acquisition
- Phonological Theory
- Sociolinguistics
- Comparative and Historical Linguistics
- Language Disorders and Linguistic Theory
- Experimental Phonetics
- Seminar in Research Methods
- Analytical Issues in Linguistics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 115
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
To be considered for admission to a Ph.D. program, the minimum requirements will normally be a Master's degree from a university of recognized standing, in an appropriate area of study.
- Online application & application fee
- Transcript(s) and confirmation of degree awarded
- Two (2) letters of appraisal (references)
- Resume or curriculum vitae
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. 4,512 AUD / year ≈ 4,497 CAD / year.
Domestic
Tuition fee for the domestic students. 3,474 AUD / year ≈ 3,462 CAD / year.
Living costs
St. John's, Canada
1,163-1,713 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
