The Faculty of Linguistics offers graduate study through its taught Master's courses (one-year MSt and two-year MPhil) and its doctoral research degree (DPhil).
The MPhil and MSt are taught courses offering a range of options for graduates seeking a higher academic qualification in language studies and wishing to specialize in General Linguistics (including Phonetics but not Applied Linguistics), in Historical and Comparative Philology, or in the linguistics of a specific language. All candidates must work in Oxford under supervision for at least one year for the MSt, and two years for the MPhil. Most of the teaching is done through lectures, seminars, and individual tutorials. To see which Masters program would suit you best, please see our interactive flowchart for taught course applicants.
The DPhil is an advanced research degree for qualified students who are ready to begin thesis work in General Linguistics (including Phonetics but not Applied Linguistics), in Historical and Comparative Philology and Linguistics, or in the linguistics of a specific language. Though the degree does not have a coursework requirement, DPhil candidates are encouraged to attend lectures and seminars in the Faculty.
Information on Graduate Courses in the Faculty of Linguistics, Philology & Phonetics, including how to apply, can be found here:
Additional information about our courses can be found here:
The University’s How To Guide offers helpful advice through articles covering, for example, writing a statement of purpose, what is a DPhil, how to find a supervisor, and how to find a master’s course.
For Graduate Application Enquiries, email academic-office@ling-phil.ox.ac.uk.
Information about funding is available here: