The General Linguistics Ph.D. graduate is able to analyse in detail the variable and constant elements of language structure and function, both synchronically and diachronically. S/he understands the structure of linguistic theories, the way in which they are related, and also the empirical method of confirming or refuting them.

S/he has an insight into the pragmatic and social context of language communication. The graduate’s training has prepared her or him for employment at specialised scientific, research, development, and tertiary education institutions.

S/he can work in all spheres of public life where language and language communication play an important role.