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Stellenbosch University

Master of Arts in General Linguistics

The Master of Arts in General Linguistics in Language and Culture Studies is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 2 YEARS.

Master of Arts in General Linguistics offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

The programme focuses on language phenomena in the following domains:

• The structure of language
• The use of language
• Critical Discourse Analysis
• Sociolinguistics
• Second-language acquisition
• Intercultural communication
• Psycholinguistics
• Sign Language linguistics
• Child language acquisition and language impairment

You can choose between two options. Both options require independent research on problematic phenomena in one of the domains mentioned above. In Option 1, the results of the research are presented in the form of a 100% thesis, and in Option 2 in the form of a 50% thesis. Option 2 requires further advanced study in one or more themes in linguistics, for which you must complete a series of assignments in the first semester. You choose your study theme in consultation with the Department. Your choice is determined by the availability of supervisors and your academic background and interests.