Memorial University of Newfoundland is a public university located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields such as business, education, engineering, sciences, and humanities. The university is known for its research excellence, particularly in areas such as ocean sciences, environmental sustainability, and indigenous studies. It also has a strong focus on community engagement and offers a range of programs and services to support its students and the local community.

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The Department of Linguistics maintains strong links between teaching and research, with emphasis on data-driven, theoretically informed inquiry into aboriginal languages, language variation and change, and language acquisition. Our graduate programs provide a strong foundation in core theoretical areas (phonology, syntax, morphology, etc.) and build from there. Research expertise and supervision are offered in first and second language acquisition, speech disorders as well as acoustic and articulatory phonetics, from both theoretical and experimental perspectives. Languages of specialization include aboriginal languages of eastern Canada (Algonquian, Inuktitut, Iroquoian), as well as local varieties of English and French and their British/European origins. The department is home to several unique research projects, which students are encouraged to consider joining. The Chisasibi Child Language Acquisition Study (CCLAS), focuses on how Cree is acquired as a first language. Allophony in Newfoundland English, a project focusing on speech perception and production across varieties of Newfoundland English, studies the local effects of urbanization and rapid social change. MUSL (Memorial University Sociolinguistics Laboratory) provides information about current research projects on language variation and the relationships between language and society. Three dedicated laboratories (MUSL, the Aboriginal Languages Research Laboratory and the Speech Sciences and Language Acquisition Laboratory provides space and resources needed to conduct cutting-edge research in the areas in which we offer expertise. Languages taught within the Linguistics Department, and on which the department particularly encourages graduate research, include Algonquian (Montagnais/Naskapi, Cree), Inuktitut and Iroquoian (Cayuga). Memorial also offers a full range of courses in English, French, German, Russian and Spanish. Courses in Irish and Japanese are offered within the Linguistics Department. Show less

Memorial University of Newfoundland is a public university located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It was founded in 1925 as a memorial to the Newfoundlanders who lost their lives during World War I and has since grown to become the largest university in Atlantic Canada. The university has a diverse range of academic programs, with over 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across its faculties of Arts, Science, Business Administration, Education and Engineering and Applied Science. Some of the notable programs include Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering, Marine Biology, and Folklore. Memorial University of Newfoundland is committed to research excellence, with a strong focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as the broader world. It is home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Marine Institute and the Labrador Institute. The university is also known for its strong commitment to social responsibility and community engagement. The campus is located in St. John's, a vibrant city with a rich history and culture, providing students with access to a range of outdoor activities and cultural experiences. It features a range of modern facilities, including lecture theaters, laboratories, libraries, and accommodation options. The university also has a strong focus on student support, offering a range of services to help students achieve their academic and personal goals.

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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