Linguistics

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  • University/Institute Name Leiden University
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineExpired

Position Details (Master's)

The one-year Linguistics program from Leiden University is concerned with the knowledge, structure and use of language, studied from a wide range of perspectives. It trains students to systematically identify, describe and analyse language phenomena and to apply this knowledge to a specific area of interest.

offers a wide range of perspectives on language. It enables you to learn how to identify, describe and analyse language phenomena systematically and to apply this knowledge to a specific area of interest, ranging from theoretical and experimental approaches to language learning and translation, and more.

Career prospects

This Linguistics program from Leiden University prepares you to be a language expert who is sought-after in various sectors of the job market. Our graduates work at different types of organisations, such as education, academia, research institutes, and communication and marketing. Jobs include translator, consultant, linguist and PhD candidate.

Specializations include:
  • Translation (MA)
  • Modern Languages (MA)
  • Linguistics (specialisation) (MA)

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Feb 2026