Last updated on 2025-11-26
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts – Linguistics, Language and Society at York University explores how language works in our everyday lives—from how it shapes our identities to how it reflects cultural and social systems. Students in this program dive into topics such as language acquisition, multilingualism, communication across cultures, and the relationship between language and power. It's ideal for those who are curious about the structure of language and its role in society. You’ll gain both theoretical and practical insights into how language influences interactions in global and local contexts.
Program Structure
This 4-year undergraduate degree offers a mix of core and elective courses across linguistics, sociolinguistics, and communication studies.
Program highlights include:
- Interdisciplinary approach combining linguistics and social science
- Courses in language structure, phonetics, and language in society
- Focus on multilingualism and language diversity
- Optional Co-op or study abroad programs
- Flexible learning pathways including major, double major, or minor options
Featured Experiences
- Research projects in sociolinguistics and cultural linguistics
- Language workshops and conversation labs
- Community engagement through linguistic outreach initiatives
- Opportunities to study abroad and immerse in multilingual environments
- Guest lectures by global experts in language and society
Career Options
Graduates from this program can explore careers such as:
- Language Policy Analyst
- Communications Specialist
- ESL (English as a Second Language) Instructor
- Translator or Interpreter
- Research Assistant in Linguistics or Social Science
- Cross-Cultural Consultant
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