The PhD in Linguistics program is strongly research-oriented. Students in the program will receive advanced training in research and application and pursue original research in a variety of linguistic subdisciplines, including core theoretical areas (e.g., phonology, morphology and syntax) and combined areas (e.g., historical linguistics, sociolinguistics and cognitive linguistics).
Linguistics (PhD)
University Rank:#643
Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeCAD 2,220 / per term
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
Linguistics (PhD)
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Entry Requirements
Admission requirements
The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Admission decisions are based on the qualifications of the applicant as well as the ability of the Department of Linguistics and the University of Manitoba to serve the applicant’s intended program of study and area of specialization.
In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
To be considered for admission to the PhD in Linguistics program, you must have a minimum of a master’s degree in linguistics or equivalent.
This program is strongly research-oriented; admission decisions are, therefore, based only in part on the applicant’s academic record; the department’s resources and interests also play an important role.
English Program Requirements
Test name: IAEP(Intensive Academic English Program)
Minimum score required : Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall
Minimum score required : Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall
Test name: IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System)
Minimum score required : 6.5 overall
Minimum score required : 6.5 overall
Test name: Internet-based TOEFL (TOEFL-iBT®)(Test of English as a Foreign Language)University of Manitoba institutional code: 0973*Please note if you have taken multiple tests, we will not consider your “best score” for admission. Individual tests only will be considered and must achieve the minimum requirements in each category and in overall score.
Minimum score required : For tests taken up to January 20, 2026:Overall score of 8620 in Reading20 in Writing20 in Listening20 in SpeakingFor tests taken on or after January 21, 2026:Overall score of 4.54.0 in Reading4.0 in Writing4.0 in Listening4.0 in Speaking
Minimum score required : For tests taken up to January 20, 2026:Overall score of 8620 in Reading20 in Writing20 in Listening20 in SpeakingFor tests taken on or after January 21, 2026:Overall score of 4.54.0 in Reading4.0 in Writing4.0 in Listening4.0 in Speaking
Test name: Pearson Test of English Academic
Minimum score required : 61 overall
Minimum score required : 61 overall
Test name: Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level
Minimum score required : Minimum score of 180
Minimum score required : Minimum score of 180
Test name: Duolingo English Test
Minimum score required : Overall score of 120; minimum score of 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking categories
Minimum score required : Overall score of 120; minimum score of 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking categories
Test name: IAEP(Intensive Academic English Program)
Minimum score required : Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall
Minimum score required : Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall
Test name: IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System)
Minimum score required : 6.5 overall
Minimum score required : 6.5 overall
Test name: Internet-based TOEFL (TOEFL-iBT®)(Test of English as a Foreign Language)University of Manitoba institutional code: 0973*Please note if you have taken multiple tests, we will not consider your “best score” for admission. Individual tests only will be considered and must achieve the minimum requirements in each category and in overall score.
Minimum score required : For tests taken up to January 20, 2026:Overall score of 8620 in Reading20 in Writing20 in Listening20 in SpeakingFor tests taken on or after January 21, 2026:Overall score of 4.54.0 in Reading4.0 in Writing4.0 in Listening4.0 in Speaking
Minimum score required : For tests taken up to January 20, 2026:Overall score of 8620 in Reading20 in Writing20 in Listening20 in SpeakingFor tests taken on or after January 21, 2026:Overall score of 4.54.0 in Reading4.0 in Writing4.0 in Listening4.0 in Speaking
Test name: Pearson Test of English Academic
Minimum score required : 61 overall
Minimum score required : 61 overall
Test name: Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level
Minimum score required : Minimum score of 180
Minimum score required : Minimum score of 180
Test name: Duolingo English Test
Minimum score required : Overall score of 120; minimum score of 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking categories
Minimum score required : Overall score of 120; minimum score of 100 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking categories
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
2,220 / per term
Linguistics (PhD)
University of Manitoba
Canada, Winnipeg