Modality
On Campus
Program URL
https://linguistics.georgetown.edu/programs/master-degree-programs/master-of-sciences/
The Master of Science in Linguistics allows students to gain expertise in focused topics of study, allowing them to build upon skills and gain new insights. Students are admitted to one of the three concentrations: Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, or Theoretical Linguistics.
Academic Policies
The academic policies and procedures of the Linguistics program outlined in the department handbook and the University Bulletin.
Program Requirements
The requirements for the Master of Science in Linguistics include coursework, foreign language proficiency, and a Master’s Research Paper. Students in concentrations other than
The requirements for each concentration are as follows:
Applied Linguistics
Sociolinguistics
Theoretical Linguistics
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| LING 5111 | Phonology I | 3 |
| LING 5127 | Generative Syntax I | 3 |
| LING 5131 | Semantics & Pragmatics I | 3 |
| 9 |
| 15 |
| 9 |
| Phonology II | |
| Semantics & Pragmatics | |
| Language Acquisition | |
| Semantics & Pragmatics II | |
| Total Credits | 42 |
Thesis Requirements
All Master of Science students must write either a Master’s Research Paper (MRP) or a Master’s Thesis. The two options are very similar, but the thesis involves more in-depth research, has more formal requirements for formatting, and is deposited in the university library via the Graduate School.
