Linguistics is scientific in its goals and methods, and students build cross-cultural competence through exposure to varied languages and societies. Studying linguistics can thus provide the foundation for a wide range of careers. Our students benefit from career development opportunities both within the department and through the College of Arts and Sciences.
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What transferable skills do Linguistics students learn?
- Identifying problems
- Gathering information
- Analytical/critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Setting goals
- Data collection/analysis
- Quantitative reasoning
- Argumentation
- Technical writing
- Speaking effectively
- Using technology
- Cultural understanding
- Responding to feedback
- Adaptability/flexibility
- Language fluency
What types of careers might Linguistics students pursue?
Education
- World language instruction
- English instruction
- Literacy instruction
- Research/teaching
Language Services
- Translation
- Interpretation
- Subtitling
- Accent coaching
Information Technology
- Language data analysis
- Speech synthesis
- Speech recognition
- Natural language processing
- Computer programming
Publishing
- Editing
- Technical writing
- Lexicography
Health Professions
- Speech therapy
- Audiology
- Dentistry
- Medical research
Non-Profit/Advocacy
- Foreign relief work
- Librarianship
- Civil service
- Law