FYI: International MA in European Linguistics

Author:	Alice Blumenthal
Linguistic Field(s):	General Linguistics
FYI Body:	We are glad to announce that the international Master’s programme in European Linguistics (MEL) at the University of Freiburg now starts twice a year (in April and October). Applications can be submitted until January 15 and June 15, respectively. This well-established two-year Master's programme (course director: Professor Bernd Kortmann) is designed for students interested in an in- depth study of theoretical and descriptive linguistics. It creates a solid basis for linguistic analysis and comparison, conveys a sound understanding of the rich and fascinating linguistic landscape of Europe, and imparts skills in up to four European languages. A wide variety of seminars and lectures are offered in the following five modules: - The European Languages: Structures, Typology and Language Contact - Varieties and Minority Languages in Europe - Schools and Traditions of Linguistic Thought in Europe - Multilingual and Multicultural Communication in Europe - The Linguistic History of Europe An additional research module includes an internship abroad, a conference visit, and classes on research design and presentation skills. The degree is designed to qualify students both for work in language- related professions outside the university and for a further career in academia, typically in the form of a PhD. For application details and further information, please visit: http://www.anglistik.uni-freiburg.de/prospstudents/degree- programmes/master/master-european-linguistics/master-of-arts-in- european-linguistics-mel For further information on the wide range of opportunities and the exceptional infrastructure the University of Freiburg has created for Master and Ph.D. students in Linguistics (prominently including the Hermann Paul School of Linguistics), please visit the following website: http://hpsl-linguistics.org/