Linguistics Studies

Linguistics is the scientific study of the nature and use of language. Investigate its role in society, its structures and their cognitive representation, and language learning and teaching.

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Degree

B.A. Linguistics Studies

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 year degree

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Start Dates

August | January | May

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Overview Why Study Discover University

Degree Overview

This major in Linguistic studies exlores areas such as how languages of the world are similar and different, how individuals and groups use language in society, how grammars and sound systems are structured and develop over time, how children learn language, how multiple languages co-exist in the mind and brain, how linguistics is used to solve criminal cases and how to teach languages. In addition to studying language, you’ll take required coursework in linguistic, phonological and syntactic analysis. Then explore at least three of the following areas within the broader field of linguistics: psychology and biology of language, language and culture in society, logic and language, history and structure of language, and language pedagogy.

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Important

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, study materials and additional resources.

Study Reasons

Apply linguistics tools and develop employment skills by being a language ambassador, working with the community to document under-documented languages, teaching a language and engaging with the public in scientific outreach activities.