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The European Master in Lexicography (EMLex) is an international Master’s degree programme (120 ECTS) that has been offered since 2009. Since 2016, the EMJM-EMLex has been awarded as an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree.

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Onboarding in Erlangen

The EMLex team at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), along with the entire EMLex family, warmly welcomes the new and 3rd-semester students who will be studying at FAU for the Winter Semester 2024/25. An onboarding session with the EMLex director, Dr Christine Ganslmayer, was held on October 2nd. 

We wish them a wonderful experience ahead!

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Begrüßungsveranstaltung in Budapest

Unsere EMLex-Studentin von der KRE, Cathy

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EMLex at AsiaLex 2024

Professor Daniele Franceschi from Roma Tre University (Italy) presented and illustrated our EMLex course at the AsiaLex conference in Tokyo on September 13, 2024. He also had the opportunity to meet with students who have successfully completed the course and defended their thesis, including Karla Cheung.

International at its core

Human and scientific networking worldwide. Students are required to study abroad for at least one semester away from their home university.

Interdisciplinary multilingual studies

Students learn tools like corpora and concordancers for language analysis, with applications in electronic dictionary design and machine learning.

Employability

International network and contact with graduates. Opportunities in education, new technologies, digital design companies, publishing houses, human team management and research, etc.

EACEA Erasmus Label

European Community Erasmus Mundus Scholarships. Participation in cultural and social programmes.

An international community that loves Lexicography

Joining an international master program like the European Master in Lexicography (EMLex) is an enriching experience that transcends borders and languages. Interacting with peers from diverse countries and linguistic backgrounds fosters a vibrant learning environment where cultural exchange flourishes. Embracing this diversity not only broadens perspectives but also nurtures mutual understanding and cooperation, preparing students to navigate the global landscape of lexicography with empathy, insight, and proficiency.

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Great Possibilities

Lexicography

A master in lexicography is an expert in the compilation, analysis, and organization of dictionaries, wielding a profound understanding of linguistic principles and the nuances of language. Their meticulous craft involves balancing tradition with innovation to create comprehensive, authoritative references that capture the ever-evolving landscape of words and meanings.

digital tools

Digital tools revolutionize lexicography, offering unprecedented efficiency in data collection, analysis, and dissemination. From corpus linguistics software to online databases, these tools empower lexicographers to navigate vast linguistic landscapes and craft dynamic, accessible dictionaries tailored to contemporary needs

Programming

Learning programming in lexicography equips you with the ability to harness computational tools for efficient data processing and analysis, enhancing the precision and scope of dictionary creation. It empowers them to adapt to technological advancements, innovate in lexicographic methodologies, and produce dynamic, accessible linguistic resources that cater to diverse audiences.

Opinions on the EMLex

Testimonials

Many of our students from previous intakes share their positive experience during their two years of EMJM-EMLex. We are very proud of them and want to share their thoughts here!

I recommend EMLex because this master’s program allows you to plunge into the world of dictionaries in which you are accompanied by the most renowned international lexicographers. Furthermore, due to its international and interdisciplinary structure, you get in contact with people of so many diverse cultures.
José Carlos Ximenes Rocha Júnior
Tullio De Mauro class (2018-2020)
I recommend EMLex because it offers two Master programs in one: you will get the best lexicographical skills while increasing your multicultural awareness. It is a studying experience...
Lola Mosquera Sanchez
2019-2021, student at Université de Lorraine (Nancy, France)
I recommend EMLex because the professors are really very dedicated and patient. In addition, I was able to test the knowledge acquired in Mexico, and my level of English and German improved thanks to the interaction with classmates and professors of different nationalities. I feel very fortunate to belong to such a close-knit community and to have friends in different parts of the world.
Laura
Igor Mel’čuk class (2017-2019)
I recommend EMLex because you can acquire a fundamental education, meet professional lecturers who do their best for every student, you can learn new fields and updates related to lexicography, and nowhere else but here you can become a professional lexicographer. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to be a member of this big family. After only two months of study, I can say that reality overcame expectations.
Ketevani Tevdoradze
Herbert Ernst Wiegand class (2020-2022)
I recommend EMLex because the program is well-structured, we can work with the world’s best lexicographers, and it is possible to get new knowledge and experience while studying in several European universities.
Karina Shamrai
María Moliner class (2019-2021)

A programme of the European Union

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Associated Partners

  • Göttingen Academy of Sciences and Humanities, Germany 
  • University of Surrey, United Kingdom  
  • Leibniz-Institut für Deutsche Sprache, Germany 
  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile 
  • Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny, Abidjan-Cocody, Côte d’Ivoire 
  • Stellenbosch University, South Africa 
  • Universität Innsbruck, Austria 
  • University of Texas at Austin, United States 
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