Why Newcastle?

Our multidisciplinary postgraduate programmes will develop the knowledge and skills necessary for a range of successful careers in the sector.

These degrees combine practical training and theory. The cultural enrichment and transferable skills honed on our degrees are invaluable to personal and professional development.

You'll benefit from an international team of world-renowned scholars who have years of experience, and well established industry connections.

You'll also have access to state-of-the-art facilities such as our:

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Our courses

Learn more about our postgraduate courses in Languages and Linguistics. 

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Clinical Linguistics and Evidence Based Practice (Research) MSc, PGDip
Clinical Linguistics and Evidence Based Practice (Research) MSc

Our course provides a foundation in research methodology and evidence-based practice. You can develop your own area of interest in a research or Evidence Based Practice (EBP) framework.
Conference Interpreting MA
Conference Interpreting MA

Gain industry-relevant skills and knowledge in Simultaneous Interpreting, Consecutive Interpreting, Public Service Interpreting and Remote Interpreting. Our Conference Interpreting MA uses English and Chinese as working languages.
Cross-Cultural Communication MA
Cross-Cultural Communication MA

Receive communication-focused training and develop expertise in intercultural communication through this Master's degree in Cross-Cultural Communication.
Cross-Cultural Communication and Applied Linguistics MA
Cross-Cultural Communication and Applied Linguistics MA

The Cross-Cultural Communication and Applied Linguistics MA provides theoretical, research and practical training in areas of international and intercultural communication. It also provides training on the analysis of language in use, in a variety of settings and on the teaching and learning of English as a second language.
Cross-Cultural Communication and Education MA
Cross-Cultural Communication and Education MA

The Cross-Cultural Communication and Education MA provides theoretical, research and practical training in areas of international and intercultural communication and their application to education.
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Management MA
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Management MA

The Cross-Cultural Communication and International Management MA provides theoretical, research and practical training in international and intercultural communication and international business management.
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Marketing MA
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Marketing MA
The Cross-Cultural Communication and International Marketing MA provides theoretical, research and practical training in areas of international and intercultural communication and international marketing.
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Relations MA
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Relations MA

The Cross-Cultural Communication and International Relations MA provides theoretical, research and practical training in areas of international and intercultural communication and international relations.
Cross-Cultural Communication and International Relations MA
Cross-Cultural Communication and Media Studies

This Cross-Cultural Communication and Media Studies MA provides theoretical, research and practical training in areas of international and intercultural communication and the media.
Global Film MA
Global Film MA

Our Global Film MA will challenge you to develop insights into film and film-related practices in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
International Development and Education with Cross Cultural Communication MA
International Development and Education with Cross Cultural Communication MA

This course will enhance your understanding of international development, cross-cultural communication, entrepreneurship and education.
Interpreting and Conference Diplomacy MA
Interpreting and Conference Diplomacy MA

This MA is delivered in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and features a UN Geneva residential. It will equip you with the interpreting and diplomacy skills to excel in international and diplomatic settings.
Language Pathology MSc
Language Pathology MSc

Our Language Pathology MSc is designed for those wanting to develop a career as a Speech and Language Therapist in the National Health Service or other settings.
Linguistics and English Language MA
Linguistics and English Language MA

Study phonology and syntax alongside a pathway of your choice in English Language or Language Acquisition in this Linguistics and English Language MA.
Sociolinguistics (Research) MA, PGDip
Sociolinguistics (Research) MA, PGDip

This Sociolinguistics Master's course explores the 20th-century history of linguistics and the philosophy of linguistics.
Translation and Interpreting MA
Translation and Interpreting MA

Gain industry-relevant skills and critical knowledge in the fields of translation and interpreting. Our Translation and Interpreting MA uses English and Chinese as working languages.
Translation and Localisation MA
Translation and Localisation MA

This Translation and Localisation Master's combines practical training and theory. You'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to build a career in the translation and localisation industry.
Translation Studies MA
Translation Studies MA

The Translation Studies MA covers professional and academic training in English and Chinese languages. Translation Studies is an academically focused pathway of our Translation and Localisation MA.

MLitt Degrees

Our MLitt programmes contain taught and research elements. They can be used as preparation for PhD research.

 

Chinese Studies MLitt

English Language and/or Linguistics MLitt

French MLitt

German MLitt

Interpreting Studies MLitt

Japanese Studies MLitt

Latin American Studies MLitt

Portuguese MLitt

Spanish MLitt

Translation Studies MLitt

MPhil / PhDs

Studying for your PhD with us will allow you to become an expert in a specialist area and develop high-quality research skills. We offer the following programmes:

 

Linguistics; Applied Linguistics MPhil, PhD

Linguistics and English Language Integrated PhD

Modern Languages MPhil, PhD

Phonetics and Phonology Integrated PhD

Speech and Language Sciences MPhil, PhD

Translation and Interpreting MPhil, PhD

Student life

Find out more about life as a postgraduate student at Newcastle University. Discover how the city itself, local community and extra-curricular opportunities available will make your time at Newcastle unforgettable.