Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
- Part-time: 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027: Apply before Nov 2026 (International, estimated deadline); Apply before Dec 2026 (National, estimated deadline)
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Linguistics
Overview
Studying linguistics allows you to develop your understanding of language, and therefore learn more about people, both as individuals and societies.
This level of in-depth knowledge about the human condition is increasingly vital in a world facing a broad array of societal and environmental challenges. Visit the programme website for more information
Career prospects
People with a PhD in Linguistics go on to work in a range of fields, in both the public and private sectors. University of Bristol's Linguistics programme graduates often apply their skills to careers in the media and civil service, as well as policy-making organisations and NGOs.
Programme Structure
To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
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
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A master's qualification, or be working towards a master's qualification, or international equivalent.
- Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree (or international equivalent).
- Applicants with a non-traditional background be considered provided they can demonstrate substantial equivalent and relevant experience that has prepared them to undertake their proposed course of study.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD. The most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 41,714 AUD/year (≈ 21,900 GBP/year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,726 AUD/year (≈ 5,106 GBP/year)
Additional Details: Home part-time: £2,553 per year
Living costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,429-2,400 AUD/month
Funding
Scholarships
Various scholarships are available, including:
- British Council scholarships for Women
- GREAT Scholarships
- Anne and Peggy Sleigh Bursaries
- Bristol PhD Scholarships for Applicants of Black and mixed Black Heritage
- Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries
- Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships
- Sanctuary Scholarship
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
- Alumni discount
- St Mary Redcliffe Choral Section Leaders
- The Bob Savage Memorial Fund
- Chevening Scholarships
- St Pauls Church Organ Scholarship
- Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
- Graduation gown discount
- Think Big Scholarships for international students
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program
- ServiceScape Scholarship
- ACES Scholarships
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
- Scholarships for PhD Students
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship
- Women Scholarship for International Students
- The PhD Prep Fellowship
- Dream Chaser Scholarship
- Scholarship for students with disabilities
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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