Linguistics
Master
Language is a central topic in cognitive science, computer science and the study of human behaviour. The research tracks of Linguistics study these fields in depth.
Language can be studied in many ways. You can, for example analyse texts or computer corpora, listen to people speak, or measure properties of sound waves in the lab. You can choose from:
- Language and Cognition
- Clinical Linguistics (EMCL+)
- Natural Language Processing
All research tracks are taught in English.
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English
Title
Master of Arts
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 19,200
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 16,300
Admission
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Application requirements
Furthermore, the selection procedure is also based on an evaluation of degree certificates, individual results and the thesis or paper.
For specific information on the entry requirements for the Research Master's track Language and Cognition, see: https://www.rug.nl/masters/language-and-cognition-research/?lang=en#!requirements For specific information on the entry requirements for the Research Master's track Clinical Linguistics (EMCL), see: https://www.rug.nl/masters/clinical-linguistics-emcl-research/#!requirements For specific information on the entry requirements for the Research Master's track Natural Language Proces
Excellent academic record.
Additional requirements English: A VWO diploma or a subject certificate for VWO English (mark 6 or higher), minimum requirement of TOEFL iBT 100 (with a minimum of 25 on writing skills), or IELTS 7 (with a minimum of 6.5 on all items). Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 185.
A letter outlining the prospective student's motivation for selecting the programme and Research Master's track, including their expectations and interests.
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
| Tuition fees | |
|---|---|
| € 2,601 | |
| € 19,200 | |
| € 16,300 |
| Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Sep '25 | 15 Aug '25 | - |
| 1 Sep '26 | 15 Aug '26 | - |
| 1 Sep '27 | 15 Aug '27 | - |
Contact
Main addressOude Boteringestraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
050 363 9011
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