The English-language International Master’s / Doctoral Program Experimental and Clinical Linguistics (IECL) at the University of Potsdam is a combined study program at the Linguistics Department starting with a master’s program that can directly lead into a doctoral program.
The IECL program offers innovative instruction, combining linguistic knowledge with interdisciplinary research and an international orientation.
| Master of Science | Ph.D. |
Standard period of study | 4 semesters (2yrs) | 6 semesters (3yrs) |
Credit points | 120 CP | 180 CP |
Start of study (1st term) | winter term | summer or winter term |
Language of instruction | English |
The program provides an intensive, research-based education in experimental and clinical linguistics in which students can deepen and expand the knowledge, skills, and proficiencies gained in bachelor’s study. This includes the theoretical, methodological and experimental foundations for scientific work, and promotes the ability to work in fields related to applied science, research, and teaching. The program does not provide basic training for working as a speech and language therapist.