Linguistics and Maltese University of Malta

Overview

Linguistics

During the Linguistics and Maltese course offered by University of Malta they will provide you with knowledge on the multifaceted qualities of linguistics, ranging from sociolonguistics, psycholinguistics and Maltese sign language, to applied linguistics, Python programming, Stylistics and the tripartite influence of discourse, ideology and power. 

They also encourage you to participate in the Erasmus+ mobility programme, as they believe that a multicultural and diversified international experience will deliver a more holistic and beneficial academic journey.

The programme of study in Maltese is an opportune course to provide you with an academic perspective on the national first language and mother-tongue of Malta. During the course you will learn about the linguistic, phonetic, morphologic, syntactic and literary qualities of Maltese, in conjunction with external features such as history, culture and society. 

Through a chronological lens of how both Maltese language and literature have developed throughout the years, they will instil within you a deep appreciation for the country's history and its contemporary important status as Mediterranean and active country.

Applicants wishing to join the part-time mode must submit their application as full-time, and then include a note in the comments box of the application form, denoting their preference to be considered for the part-time option. Such requests will be considered by the Board of the Faculty.

Careers

As a graduate of this course you will be employable, both locally and foreign, as a linguist, lexicographer, technical writer, forensic linguist, accent coach, translator, copywriter, interpreter, editor, language therapist and as a computational linguist. 

If you are interested in furthering your studies, or are considering an academic profession, then they encourage you to pursue on of the postgraduate local programmes.