Language Sciences (with specialisation in Linguistics with Neuroscience) MSc

Students take a set of core modules as a foundation to one of the following areas of linguistics: phonology, syntax, semantics-pragmatics. In selecting the modules for their specialisation, students will be able to take full advantage of the breadth of expertise in language research in the UCL Division of Psychology & Language Sciences.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

The programme consists of three core modules (60 credits), two specialisation modules (30 credits), two optional modules (30 credits) and a research project (60 credits).

• Introduction to the Brain and Imaging the Brain
• Neuroscience of Language
• Research Methods: Principles, Skills and Applications
• Students select two specialisation modules from a group in one of these core areas:
• Phonology
• Semantics-Pragmatics
• Syntax

Students select two modules from all those offered within UCL Psychology & Language Sciences, subject to availability and agreement with the Programme Director. A list of possible options is listed below:

• Deafness: Cognition of Language
• Developmental Language Disorders and Cognitive Neuroscience
• Language Acquisition
• Rehabilitation of Acquired Neurogenic Communication Difficulties
• Seminar in Neurolinguistics

• Not all modules will run every year; some modules may require a minimum number of registered students.

All students undertake an independent research project in an area of language science which culminates in a dissertation of 10,000 words.

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, small-group teaching and a virtual learning environment. Some modules also involve workshops or practical classes. Student performance is assessed through coursework, examinations and the research project.