Linguistics (MA)Q100

Linguistics explores how language works. It describes how we create meaning through: soundswordssentencesconversations It also studies: the uses of language in everyday lifeways in which language varies across society and evolves over timehow language is mastered by children Linguistics has a long history at the University of Edinburgh, and our teaching staff have an excellent reputation for research in this area. Linguistics is a new subject for nearly all undergraduates, so you will not need any prior knowledge at the beginning of the programme.