MS English Linguistics

Duration
Classes Schedule
Faculty

2 Years

Weekend-Based | Saturday & Sunday

Faculty of Social Science

Program Overview

The MS English Linguistics program is aligned with the latest curriculum guidelines of the Higher Education Commission and is designed to ensure both academic depth and research excellence. The first year is primarily focused on advanced coursework in core and applied areas of linguistics, while the second year is fully dedicated to research and thesis writing, providing students with intensive scholarly training. The program places strong emphasis on developing advanced research, academic writing, and data analysis skills. In addition, regular graduate seminar series, workshops, and academic discussions are organized to enhance intellectual engagement and research exposure. The program is further strengthened by highly qualified and experienced faculty members with diverse research expertise in linguistics and related fields.

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Key Features

  • 26 credit hours over 4 semesters, including a mandatory 6-credit-hour thesis
  • Core courses in Theoretical Perspectives in Linguistics Studies, Research Methods in Linguistics Studies, and Applied Linguistics
  • Electives in Data Analysis in Linguistic Research, Sociolinguistics, Digital Discourse Analysis, and Academic & Research Writing with AI Ethics
  • A dedicated interdisciplinary Corpus Linguistics course strengthening the program’s data-driven research orientation
  • Highly qualified and competent faculty members
  • HEC-mandated religious education component (Understanding of Holy Quran I & II) alongside the thesis semesters

Why This Program?

Automation & Efficiency

Aligned with the latest HEC curriculum guidelines for postgraduate linguistic studies •First year builds advanced coursework in core and applied linguistics; second year is fully dedicated to research and thesis writing

Accuracy & Reduced Errors

Strong emphasis on advanced research, academic writing, and data-analysis skills along with Regular graduate seminar series, workshops, and academic discussions

Smart Decision Making

faculty expertise across Applied Linguistics, Corpus Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Forensic Linguistics, Morphology, and Language Pedagogy to transform your analytical skills into high-impact, global career opportunities.

Innovation & Problem Solving

Coursework integrates digital and corpus-based approaches to language study through dedicated Corpus Linguistics and Digital Discourse Analysis courses

Program Aims & Objectives

Graduates of the Department of English are well-positioned for the following career pathways:

  • Media & Journalism: Editors, Journalists, Digital Content Creators, Sub-editors
  • Civil Services: CSS/PMS competitive examinations (English is a core subject)
  • Translation & Interpretation: Translators, Interpreters, Localization Specialists
  • NGO & Development Sector: Program Officers, Communication Coordinators, Report Writers

Education

School/College Teachers and Lecturers, Language Trainers, Academic Coordinators

Research

Research Associates, PhD candidates, Academic Researchers

Corporate Sector

Content Writers, Technical Writers, Communication Officers, HR Trainers

Distribution of Courses:

Following are the distribution of total credit hours:

  • Courses

  • Credit Hrs.

  • No. of Courses

  • Core

  • 6

  • 2

  • Electives

  • 15

  • 5

  • Applied Linguistics

  • 3

  • 1

  • Thesis

  • 6

  • 1

  • Holy Quran

  • 2

  •   2

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    • Min 16 years of Education.
    • Min 2.0 CGPA or 45% Marks in Annual System.
    • 50% Passing Score in GAT (Gen) Conducted by the HEC or Mukabbir University

    Applicants with 16 years of education in English, including MA English, BS English, or any other equivalent degree in English, are eligible to apply.