What Will I Learn in the Linguistics Program?
This program is designed to help students understand how language and communication function. Students who concentrate on applied aspects of linguistics will have a good preparation for teaching languages and may be able to apply for official certification in Teaching Language as a Second Language (TESL). Linguistics is also a good platform for careers in law, education, publishing and the language software industry.
All courses listed in the calendar are not always offered every year.
Students wishing to enter into a Linguistics major will apply at the end of their first year. Application for Admission to Level II will occur in mid-March on the Mosaic student information system. Visit the ‘Choosing Your Program’ guide for more information.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet Our Faculty
Interested in studying languages, their structure, origin, evolution and uses in our society? Meet Dr. Elisabet Service and learn all about our Linguistics & Cognitive Science of Language programs.
About First Year
Students entering into the Faculty of Humanities in their first year take a general program. This allows students to explore various options and experience a wide range of courses. At the end of the first year, students can then choose to major in a Linguistics & Languages program.
Our courses are so hands-on and application based that you end up developing a unique and valuable skillset, which ends up leading into a variety of career paths that would otherwise have been difficult to grow accustomed to.
Programs (by Degree) and Minors
Program Information
Current Course Offerings
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Undergraduate Course Outlines
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Linguistics Studies Program Course Calendar
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Linguistics & Languages Awards & Scholarships
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Upcoming Courses
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Study Abroad
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