English Language and Literature (MLitt)

University of Aberdeen · Aberdeen, United Kingdom

MLittEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusBoth

The English Language and Literature (MLitt) programme at University of Aberdeen (School of Language) is a MLitt programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme provides advanced study of English linguistics, applied linguistics, and language pedagogy. Students explore topics in syntax, semantics, discourse analysis, second language acquisition, and English language teaching methodology. Graduates are prepared for careers in higher education, language schools, curriculum development, publishing, and international communication.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £23,000/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £23,000/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: January or September
Intake: January Intake & September Intake

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMLitt
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceBoth
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultySchool of Language

Official university

University of Aberdeen

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£23,000	—	needs the fee

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