Linguistics

Overview

Understand and investigate the building blocks of language through linguistics.

You'll be able to apply your skills and knowledge to linguistic data, and have practical training in techniques used in linguistic analysis.

With world-class tutors you'll gain knowledge, and you'll be introduced to key research questions and methodologies. You'll also be able to perform original research in linguistics.

This Linguistics course from University of York is ideal for those with an interest in language who have not previously studied linguistics in depth.

Careers and skills

Effective communication, critical thinking and project management skills are central to most careers. The study of linguistics at York equips you with these skills and others, which translate readily into any work context.

Our graduates have an excellent record of pursuing fulfilling paths after graduation. Their work spans advertising, teaching English as a foreign language, IT, accountancy, broadcasting, clinical and forensic linguistics, retail management, and other careers.

Apart from your knowledge of linguistics, you will leave with the confidence and skills that come from successfully completing a demanding course and participating fully in university life.

Hear former students talking about the skills acquired in their degree and how they use them in their current career.

Career opportunities

• Marketing and communications
• Publishing
• Broadcasting and journalism
• Academic research and further study
• Local government and public service
• Finance and accountancy
• Teaching
• Clinical and forensic linguistics
• Law
• Software development