Linguistics
Bachelor of Arts
About the Major
Gain a unique and valuable combination of analytical and communication skills, plus insight into one of the most intriguing aspects of human behavior. As a linguistics major, you'll learn many aspects of human language, including sounds (phonetics, phonology), words (morphology), sentences (syntax), and meaning (semantics).
Program Highlights
Your coursework will include the core areas of phonology, syntax, semantics, and historical linguistics; and interdisciplinary areas such as applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, bilingualism, computational linguistics, and the linguistics of certain languages and language families. Linguistics majors must complete a minor in another field approved by the advisor in linguistics.
Sample Courses
- Functions of Language
- Dialects of English
- Python Scripting
- Theory and Practice of Teaching English as a Second Language
Career Options
Our graduates find careers teaching ESL and other subjects, in government, nonprofits, business, industry, and increasingly with technology companies.
- TransPerfect
- Apple (SIRI Development)
- San Diego Unified School District
Academic Experiences
- Certifications in Computational Linguistics and Text Analytics
- Study Abroad
Transferable Skills
- Knowledge of language, grammar, syntax, & words
- Interpretive research skills
- Strong technical and analytical writing skills
- Close reading and analysis
- Presentation, public speaking, & didactic skills
- Evidence acquisition & analysis
- Examining change in languages
- Communication skills
Linguistics & Asian/Middle Eastern Languages
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