Linguistics Minor
Linguistics is a highly interdisciplinary field. Students from many programs find that Linguistics complements their studies well, as it connects with all of the following areas, and more:
- Languages and cultures in the humanities
- Psychology, Anthropology, and other social sciences
- Neuroscience, Physics, and other natural sciences
- Computer Science and Engineering
Descriptions of our undergraduate courses are available. Additionally, our lists of course suggestions for students with specific interests or courses organized by linguistic subfield can help in choosing elective coursework.
The minor in Linguistics requires 15 credit hours. Up to 6 of these credit hours may be used on the GE. Up to 3 credit hours may overlap with a major.
Linguistics students who are enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences (ASC) Honors Program must follow the Honors requirements for the minor.
Detailed Requirements
- One introductory course (3 credit hours)
Introduction to Linguistics: LING 2000 or 2000H
- One core course (3 credit hours)
Any one of the following courses:- Phonetics: LING 4100
- Syntax: LING 4200
- Phonology: LING 4300
- Morphology: LING 4350
- Linguistic Meaning: LING 4400
- Elective courses (9 credit hours)
Any other courses within Linguistics. With permission from the Linguistics advisor, linguistics-related courses from other departments may be counted if they are at the 2000 level or higher. At least 3 credit hours of elective courses must be at the 3000 level or higher.