MRes Experimental Linguistics

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of  50 to 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 51.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that entry requirements may vary across different programs and courses. Additionally, meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as the number of available places and competition for certain courses.

The University of Essex offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to assist students in their academic journey. These scholarships are designed to recognize and reward academic excellence, promote diversity and inclusion, and provide assistance to those facing financial challenges.  

1. Academic Excellence Scholarships: The university offers scholarships to outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements. These scholarships are typically merit-based and provide financial support towards tuition fees or living expenses.
2. International Scholarships: The University of Essex provides scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships aim to attract and support talented students from around the world. Eligibility criteria and award amounts may vary, and they may cover a portion of tuition fees or provide assistance with living expenses.
3. Subject-specific Scholarships: Some departments and schools within the university offer scholarships tailored to specific academic disciplines. These scholarships are often awarded to students with exceptional academic records or those who demonstrate a strong commitment to their field of study.
4. Access and Participation Scholarships: The university is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. It offers scholarships and financial support to students from underrepresented backgrounds, including those from low-income families or individuals who are the first in their family to attend university.
5. Government-funded Scholarships: In addition to internal scholarships, the University of Essex provides information and guidance on scholarships and funding opportunities offered by external organizations and government agencies. These scholarships may be available to students based on factors such as nationality, field of study, or research interests.
6. Sports Scholarships: The university recognizes the importance of sports and offers scholarships to talented athletes who demonstrate exceptional sporting abilities. These scholarships provide financial support along with access to sports facilities, training programs, and dedicated support services.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application processes may change over time. 

Graduates of the MRes Experimental Linguistics program have diverse career prospects in the field of linguistics and related areas. 

1. Researcher: Graduates can work as researchers in academic institutions, research centers, or think tanks, conducting cutting-edge research in experimental linguistics. They contribute to the development of linguistic theories, explore language acquisition, and investigate language processing using experimental methods.

2. Data Analyst: Graduates with expertise in experimental design and data analysis can pursue careers as data analysts in various industries. They can apply their skills in analyzing large datasets, conducting sentiment analysis, and language processing tasks in areas such as market research, social media analysis, or natural language processing.

3. Academic Career: The program provides a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing an academic career. Graduates can pursue further research at the doctoral level, publish their research findings in academic journals, and teach linguistics courses at universities or colleges.

4. Language Technology Specialist: With their understanding of experimental linguistics and data analysis, graduates can work as language technology specialists. They can contribute to the development of language processing tools, machine translation systems, voice recognition software, and other language technology applications.

5. Language Assessment and Testing: Graduates can work in the field of language assessment and testing, contributing to the development and validation of language proficiency tests, designing language assessment tools, and evaluating language learning outcomes.

6. Language Consulting and Education: Graduates can work as language consultants, providing expertise in areas such as language policy, language planning, and language education. They can contribute to language curriculum development, language teaching materials, and language program evaluation.