The aim of the MA programme in Greek Linguistics and Literature is to capitalize on contemporary linguistics and literary theory for the study of Greek language and literature. The programme is designed for students interested in linguistics, literary theory, cultural studies and educational applications in the teaching of Greek. It is an interdisciplinary programme that combines theoretical and applied linguistics with literary studies and language teaching, providing a dynamic approach which brings together insights from linguistic and literary theory, cultural studies and sociological/anthropological approaches. Moreover, the programme hones skills for effective teaching and develops the complex research skills necessary for further studies. 

The programme comprises two tracks: (a) Applied - Educational Linguistics (linguistic structure, language in its social contexts, educational applications and (b) Literature and Literary Literacy (theoretical approaches, literature and cultural studies, educational applications), its trademark being the parallel development of both tracks and the scientific and epistemological dialogue between them, which ensures the coherence and interdisciplinarity of the programme. Thus, the study of the structure of language and linguistic performance in its social contexts, on the basis of theoretical approaches from both theoretical linguistics and Text Linguistics, Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics and Critical Discourse Analysis, feeds into and theoretically supports the study of applied linguistics and literacy on the one hand, while also buttressing the theoretically-informed study of literature, the exploration of the relation of literature to its social and cultural contexts and the study of literary literacies. 

European Credit Units - ECTS: 90

Teaching Language: Greek

Level of Studies: Postgraduate

Title to be Awarded: Magister Artium (MA)

The MA programme in Greek Linguistics and Literature: 

• combines Linguistics and literary studies 
• capitalizes on Text Linguistics, Sociolinguistics and Critical Discourse Analysis in the study of literature 
• provides a dynamic cross-disciplinary approach combining insights from literary, cultural, sociological/anthropological and linguistic paradigms 
• provides the theoretical tools for cross-disciplinary approaches 
• hones the advanced research skills required for doctoral study 

The programme comprises two tracks: 

• Applied – Educational Linguistics 
• Literature and Literary Literacy 

Graduates can work as: 

• trainers in training and professional development programmes in the areas of the programme 
• designers, organizers or evaluators of curricula and teaching programmes in language and literature 
• language policy and curriculum planners in government bodies and local and international organizations 
• researchers in research centers and organizations relevant to the areas of the programme 

The Open University of Cyprus (OUC), through its participation in the European project "Liaison Offices with the Labour Market", offers to students of all its programmes of study, the optional and free of charge Thematic Unit (i.e. Module) entitled "Industry Placement". This module provides students opportunities for a placement to gain professional experience in their particular field of study, and the hosting institution can be any public or private organisation operating in the Republic of Cyprus.

Each student has the right to participate in this offering once or twice during his / her studies, provided that s/he meets the required conditions.

Request more information by contacting the OUC Liaison Office here.

The programme is evaluated and accredited by: 

The minimum requirement for admission to a postgraduate programme is an undergraduate degree from an accredited Higher Education Institution.

Please note that a good command of English, sufficient for academic study, is required.

The tuition fees for this programme amount to €3,300. The tuition fees per module are €550 (for 15 ects module). The tuition fees for the Master Thesis are also 1,100€.    

Applications can be submitted exclusively online:

Application dates for the fall semester of the Academic year 2024-2025 : March 4 - June 14, 2024.