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Linguistics (PhD)

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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Offered by University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, Linguistics (PhD) is a doctorate in Linguistics & Language Studies programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Linguistics & Language Studies
Local tuition: CAD 8,448 / year
International tuition: CAD 9,240 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This program leads to a PhD in Linguistics, offered by the Department of Linguistics across three fields: Language Variation, Psycholinguistics, and Theoretical Linguistics. The department originated in 1967 and situates doctoral research within an academic community spanning these three areas. Admission normally requires a master's degree with a minimum average of A-; a direct-entry route from a bachelor's degree is also available, requiring a minimum average of A+. No standardized English-language test is required. The program suits students pursuing advanced doctoral research into language variation, the cognitive processing of language, or theoretical approaches to linguistic structure, within a department offering both MA and PhD training.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Standard entry requires a master's degree with a minimum average of A-; a direct-entry route from a bachelor's degree is available with a minimum average of A+. No standardized English-language test is required.

About University of Toronto

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
QS rank: #32
Programs: 507
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Linguistics (PhD) award?

University of Toronto awards a Doctorate in the field of Linguistics & Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How much does Linguistics (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

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