Modern Languages - Empirical Linguistics and Language Documentation
The Master of Arts in Modern Languages - Empirical Linguistics and Language Documentation is a two-year, full-time on-campus program in Language Studies offered by Adam Mickiewicz University. The program focuses on the scientific study of language through empirical methods, with an emphasis on documenting, analyzing, and preserving linguistic diversity. Students explore phonetics, syntax, and language structure while gaining hands-on experience in fieldwork and data collection from a wide range of languages.
Graduates are well-prepared for careers in linguistic research, language documentation projects, and academic teaching. The program also builds strong skills in data analysis, field linguistics, and cross-cultural communication, enabling students to contribute to the preservation of endangered languages and the advancement of linguistic science. Language Documentation is a core component of the curriculum, equipping students with the tools needed to conduct high-quality empirical research in diverse linguistic environments.
Key Facts
Key Facts
- Program Title: Modern Languages - Empirical Linguistics and Language Documentation
- Degree Type: Master of Arts
- Duration: 2 years
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 21 August 2026
- Location: Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland
- Field of Study: Language Studies
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Modern Languages and Linguistics
- Introduction to Linguistics
- Phonetics, Syntax, and Semantics
- Introduction to Language Documentation
- Research Methods in Linguistics
Semester 2 – Advanced Linguistics and Language Documentation
- Empirical Linguistics and Language Theory
- Field Methods in Language Documentation
- Sociolinguistics and Language Variation
- Seminar: Issues in Language Preservation
Semester 3 – Specialization & Applied Research
- Advanced Language Analysis
- Language Documentation Techniques
- Research Project / Fieldwork in Linguistics
- Elective Modules in Linguistics or Language Teaching
Semester 4 – Master’s Thesis & Final Project
- Independent Research / Thesis
- Data Analysis and Linguistic Studies
- Presentation & Academic Portfolio Development
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Modern Languages - Empirical Linguistics and Language Documentation program are well-prepared for careers in linguistics, language research, and cultural preservation. They can work as linguists, language documentation specialists, translators, and researchers. With the increasing importance of preserving endangered languages and understanding linguistic diversity, professionals skilled in empirical linguistics and language documentation are highly sought after. Graduates often work in academic institutions, cultural organizations, research foundations, and governmental bodies, contributing to language preservation and linguistic research.
Why Choose This Program
The Modern Languages - Empirical Linguistics and Language Documentation program equips students with advanced skills in language analysis, documentation, and preservation. Students gain expertise in phonetics, syntax, sociolinguistics, and the use of technological tools for language documentation, preparing them for research and linguistic fieldwork. The program’s focus on empirical methods ensures that graduates are ready to contribute to the documentation and revitalization of endangered languages worldwide.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +48 61 829 40 00
Email: recruitment@amu.edu.pl
Address: Adam Mickiewicz University, ul. Wieniawskiego 1, 61-712 Poznan, Poland
