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Overview
Modern Languages and Linguistics at University of Southampton is an internationally recognised centre of research excellence.
Features
- We offer PhD supervision across a wide range of areas relating to language, culture and society, including applied linguistics.
This is a thesis-only route and no taught components. The PhD is available in all areas of languages, cultures and linguistics research including:
- theoretical and applied linguistics
- English language teaching
- language education
- discourse analysis
- global Englishes
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Main areas of research
- contemporary language
- linguistics
- culture
- society
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 120
PTE Academic 67
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
270 ECTS
270 ECTS are equivalent with 540 CATS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Southampton, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Language Studies Linguistics View 74 other PhDs in Linguistics in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
PTE Academic 67
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
For the PhD you'll need to have one of the following:
- 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a related subject
- master of art with merit in a related subject
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Visit programme websiteTuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents20100 GBP / year≈ 20100 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
Southampton
United Kingdom
697 - 1093 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Modern Languages and Linguistics.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
04 Sep 2026
Postgraduate Taught Excellence in English Scholarships
Merit-based
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University of Southampton
Southampton, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Horizon Europe fee waiver
Merit-based
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University of Southampton
Southampton, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Presidential Bursaries
Merit-based
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University of Southampton
Southampton, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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