Linguistics Minor
The purpose of the minor in linguistics is (1) to contribute to students' liberal education by allowing them to investigate the nature, acquisition and function of human language, especially its history, structure and role in society; and (2) to prepare them for careers in which language is of central importance, including careers in education, law, communications, foreign language, translation, journalism, technical writing, psychology, anthropology and speech pathology.
Linguistics Minor Requirements
Linguistics Courses
Select five of the following:
Electives
Select any two courses from one or more of the following categories:
English
Any 300-400 level course in ENG
Foreign Language
Any 300-400 level course in FRN, GER, ITL, LAT, SPA
Formal Systems
Total Credit Hours: 21
The minor in Linguistics does not include the general education requirement in composition (six-semester hours).