Linguistics at the University of Toronto Scarborough

Ever wonder why we speak the way we do? Our linguistics program goes beyond the surface and examines the very construction of language, the mechanics of speech and attempts to explain why language varies among humans. You’ll explore the rich make-up of speech including the sounds we make, phonetics and more. You’ll also dive into sentence structures, what words are made of, and discuss the forms of text and conversations.

Whether you’re thinking of a career in speech language pathology, education, or language teaching, our major program in linguistics is your pathway to success. If you’re seeking a more intensive linguistic journey, or plan to pursue graduate studies, our specialist program has you covered.

Department
Language Studies

Degree offered
Honours Bachelor of Arts

Program options
Specialist, Major, Minor

Enriched learning

Co-op

Experiential Learning

Sample courses

Phonetics: The Study of Speech Sounds
Semantics: The Study of Meaning
Applications of Linguistics

Program details

Admissions
Social Sciences & Humanities

Department
Language Studies

Degree offered
Honours Bachelor of Arts

Program Options
Specialist, Major, Minor

Combined degree options

Enriched Learning

Co-op

Experiential Learning

Sample courses

Phonetics: The Study of Speech Sounds
Semantics: The Study of Meaning
Applications of Linguistics

Why study Linguistics at U of T Scarborough?

Centre your studies at U of T Scarborough – a diverse, smaller campus within a world-class institution dedicated to outstanding global education and student experience. Go beyond the classroom with campus clubs, volunteer opportunities, study abroad, and a variety of work experience programs, including paid co-op. Here are some highlights of experiences you'll have:

Our major program is designed to help you prepare for entry into professional programs in areas with a significant language competent, such as speech language pathology, education and language teaching.

You’ll gain an in-depth understanding and practical skillset in analyzing and identifying patterns and communicating with people from many backgrounds.

You’ll gain the ability to research information in new areas and summarize ideas.

Our program gives you unique and exceptional preparation for postgraduate programs in linguistics, communicative disorders, journalism, law and more.

You’ll learn from esteemed faculty at the forefront of groundbreaking research, and join a vibrant, tight-knit department that shares your passion for linguistics.