The Option in Linguistics enables students to add to their programs a series of courses designed specifically to complement their studies in a language or languages. The basis of the program is the first-year introductory courses in linguistics, and then students may choose from a variety of courses offered by Languages & Linguistics, English Literature, Anthropology, Ancient Greek & Roman Studies, and other departments, which will allow them to pursue more specific interests in language and linguistics.
Students who have fulfilled the requirements for an Honours or a General degree in any subject may graduate with an Option in Linguistics if they have successfully completed the following 5.0 credits:
- 1.0 LING credit consisting of LING 1001H and 1002H (or 1000Y)
- 1.0 LING credit from LING 2000H, 2002H, 2003H, or 3003H (or 2001H)
- 0.5 LING credit from LING 2010H, 2020H, or 2050H
- 0.5 LING credit from LING 3010H, 3050H, 3060H, or 3070H
- 0.5 LING credit in addition to the above
- 1.5 credits from the following, including at least 0.5 credit from category A and 0.5 credit from category B.
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Other courses may be eligible, so please check with the Coordinator of the Option in Linguistics, Prof. Martin Boyne (mboyne@trentu.ca).