Program Structure
Master of Arts
SFU–Canterbury Pathway to Master of Speech-Language Pathology
The SFU–Canterbury Master of Speech and Language Pathology Pathway (SFU–UC MSLP) is a partnership between SFU Linguistics and the University of Canterbury (UC) in Christchurch, New Zealand. The SFU–UC MSLP is a two-year program in which you study clinical linguistics, evidence-based practice, introductory neuroscience, speech and language development and disorders across the lifespan, typical and atypical hearing, swallowing, fluency and voice, and professional practice. This hands-on program also includes experiential clinical practice and internship after graduation. Learn more here.
PhD program
Our PhD program is a thriving program with a long history of producing successful graduates who go on to valuable careers in linguistics and related fields. Many recent graduates from our PhD program have obtained teaching and research positions at universities across the globe. See this page to view recent theses and dissertations from the PhD program.
Indigenous Languages graduate program
We offer a graduate certificate in Indigenous languages and linguistics (INLL GC), and an MA in Indigenous languages and linguistics (INLL MA). SFU is committed to providing academic experiences and credentials that have value for Indigenous students and others who wish to explore Indigenous studies. SFU offers a variety of financial assistance opportunities to Canadian Indigenous students.
Questions?
- For questions about the MA and PhD programs, see the Admissions and FAQ page.
Email: Lee Gellatly, Graduate Program Secretary: linggsec@sfu.ca - For questions about the SFU–Canterbury Pathway to MSLP, see the program page.
Email: Rita Parmar, Student Advisor: lingadv@sfu.ca - For questions about the INLL GC and the INLL MA, see the program page.
Email: Lee Gellatly, Graduate Program Secretary: inllgrad@sfu.ca
About SFU Linguistics
Located atop Burnaby Mountain in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia, SFU Linguistics is a place where diverse methodologies and theoretical perspectives are combined to create innovative approaches to the study of language. Graduate students in our program engage in challenging coursework and enjoy unique research opportunities while working toward a certificate, MA or PhD.
Graduates of our MA program have gained PhD admission here at SFU and at institutions worldwide, including Yale University, Northwestern University, University of Edinburgh, Massachussets Institute of Technology, University of Amsterdam, and University of Toronto.
Our PhD graduates have attained faculty positions on our campus and at California State University, University of Salzburg, University of Cologne, University of British Columbia and others.