Linguistics

English language proficiency requirements Students registering in post-secondary level courses (numbered 100 to 499) will be required to meet the English language entrance proficiency requirements. Students in ELS or the University Foundations programs can register in those courses identified in the University Foundations program with lower levels of language proficiency.

Please note that not all courses are offered every semester.

LING 101

3 credits

An Introduction to Language

Prerequisite(s): None.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Students learn about the scientific study of language by exploring its nature and how humans use it to communicate meaning. The course covers topics such as sound patterns, word structure, sentence structure, meaning, language acquisition, the relationship between language and the brain, and the sociology of language.

LING 110

3 credits

An Introduction to Phonology

Prerequisite(s): LING 101 is recommended.

Note: As of September 2025, prerequisites will change to require LING 101.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

A practical introduction to human speech sounds. Students learn to recognize, analyze and describe, symbolize using the IPA and other phonetic alphabets, and produce the speech sounds of a great many world languages. The course will include segmental sounds, tone, intonation, stress, and duration.

LING 202

3 credits

Language Acquisition

Prerequisite(s): LING 101.

Corequisite(s): None.

Pre- or corequisite(s): None.

Explores theoretical principles of child, bi/multilingual, and second language acquisition. Students engage in discussions, case studies, and hands-on activities to analyze factors shaping language acquisition: age, environment, cognition, social context, motivation, and attitudes. Emphasis on real-world applications.

Last updated: March 10, 2025